7 Symptoms of ARFID That Parents Need to Watch Out For
March 4, 2022 SpringSource Psychological
When it comes to our children, we want to do everything in our power to ensure that they’re healthy and happy. But sometimes our child can develop an eating disorder without us even realizing it. ARFID, or “Avoidant/Restrictive-Food Intake Disorder,” is a little-known eating disorder that can cause kids to fear food and avoid eating […]
What are eating disorders’ effects on the body?
January 29, 2022 SpringSource Psychological
An eating disorder is an abnormal behavior that negatively affects mental and physical health. It is characterized by disturbances to behavior, thoughts, and attitude towards food and eating in general. People who suffer from such disorders usually have an unhealthy preoccupation with their body weight and shape, leading them to either abuse food or push […]
Happier Holidays: Skills for the Season when you have an Eating Disorder
November 6, 2021 SpringSource Psychological
It is the time of year when my clients start to express trepidation about the upcoming holidays and the emphasis on Food, Family, and Feelings. For someone with an eating disorder, the holidays aren’t always so bright and merry. In fact, they bring a lot of challenges. In anticipation of these challenges, I tend to […]
Mental Health Among College Students During the Age of COVID-19
October 7, 2021 SpringSource Psychological
Mental health challenges have been on the rise for the past decade, and college students are among the most vulnerable groups. College introduces many new stressors into a young adult’s life, so it may not be surprising that anxiety is the most common mental health problem for students. In 2019, over 50% of college students reported […]
September 15, 2021 SpringSource Psychological
Almost all experts agree that spending time on social media impacts our mental health. Many studies have found links between social media use and mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. With the average American spending several hours on their phone each day, it is important to examine our own relationships with social […]
July 21, 2021 SpringSource Psychological
At SpringSource, we are GROWING! We have immediate openings and are available to take on new clients. As has been well-documented during the pandemic, there are highly elevated numbers of individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, substance abuse, among other mental health concerns (Czeisler, M. É. et al., 2020.) Vulnerable groups, including racial and […]
June 10, 2020 SpringSource Psychological
At SpringSource, we are sad, angry and devastated about the recent death of George Floyd, an innocent black man who was murdered by a white police officer in Minnesota, while his co-workers stood by. Like many of you, we find ourselves asking, what can be done? As white women, we are aware that it is not […]
The Psychological Impact of Quarantine
April 30, 2020 SpringSource Psychological
Our timing to open our group practice during a world pandemic might be considered unusual. However, we know the profound impact this crisis is likely to have on interpersonal relationships, work status, life choices, and mental health overall. We feel there is no better time to create a safe and empathic place to heal and […]