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Executive Functions Part II: What Does “Externalizing Executive Functions” Mean?
ArticlesAuthor: Erika Kawamura, Psy.D
It is common for individuals with ADHD to have chronic struggles in many of these above areas due to neurological differences and low dopamine levels in comparison to those without ADHD. A significant component…
Addressing Weight Stigma at the Doctor: A Guide for Self-Advocacy
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones, LPC, BC-DMT, NCC
What is Weight Stigma and Why Does it Matter
Weight stigma refers to “discriminatory acts and ideologies targeted towards individuals because of their weight and size”. Weight stigma…
Disordered Eating in College Athletes: Suggestions for Better Prevention and Treatment
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones, LPC, BC-DMT, NCC
Studies show that 84% of college athletes have engaged in disordered eating patterns or weight control behaviors. They are also less likely to seek mental health support due to limited access…
Common Misconceptions about Eating Disorders in the LGBTQ+ Community
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones, LPC, BC-DMT, NCC
9% of the United States general population will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime, while individuals in the LGBTQ+ community face higher risk. Although eating disorders impact…
The Grief We Don’t Talk About: Homicide
ArticlesAuthor: Emma Sadler, LPC
When someone dies, grief naturally follows. However, when that loss is the result of homicide, the experience of grief becomes more complex, shocking, and traumatic. This type of grief can often be more complicated…
A Guide for Loved Ones: How to Support a Loved One in Eating Disorder Recovery During the Holidays
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones, LPC, BC-DMT, NCC
It can often feel challenging at best, to know how to support a loved one navigating eating disorder recovery during one of the most triggering seasons: the winter holidays. Whether you’re…
Self and Community Care Strategies for Navigating Eating Disorder Recovery During the Holidays
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones, LPC, BC-DMT, NCC
Navigating the Holidays in Recovery
The holiday season can be both joyful and challenging for everyone, especially those in Eating Disorder Recovery. Common triggers can include: food-centered…
What are Executive Functions?
ArticlesAuthor: Erika Kawamura, Psy.D
The frontal lobe of your brain is responsible for conducting a set of mental skills and processes to help manage our behaviors, thoughts, emotions, and everyday tasks/activities; it also helps one to…
Teens, AI, and Emotional Support: What Parents Need to Know
ArticlesAuthor: Benjamin Daniels, Psy.D.
Clinical Director, Equilibria Psychological and Consultation Services
We’re seeing a generation of teens turning to AI for emotional support before they ever consider talking to a human. That’s both…
Is it “Just Modern-Day Life”…or Something More?
ArticlesAuthor: Erika Kawamura, Psy.D
If your day looks something like the following, you’re not alone:
BEEP, BEEP, BEEP…then, you are off to the races of the day, regardless of how much sleep you got or how tired you are…and throughout…
5 Reasons to Join a Grief Support Group
ArticlesAuthor: Emma Sadler, LPC
When mourning the loss of a loved one, a significant relationship, or a life-altering event, navigating grief is an emotional journey that often defies words. In these moments, grief support groups offer a vital source…
Mental Health During Fertility Treatments: Coping with the Emotional Rollercoaster
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones
In the United States, approximately 9% of men and about 11% of women of reproductive age have experienced challenges with fertility. Each year, ~ 12.7% of women of reproductive age will seek fertility treatment.…
