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Choosing the Right Therapy for Your Mental and Emotional Health: A Comprehensive Overview

Choosing the Right Therapy for Your Mental and Emotional Health: A Comprehensive Overview

April 25, 2023 SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders

Mental and emotional health are essential components of overall well-being.  Therefore, just like with physical health, there may come a time when you need professional support to manage your mental and emotional health. Therapy is valuable for individuals struggling with various issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and adjustment to life events. But with […]

Don’t Suffer in Silence Getting Help for Binge Eating Disorder

Don’t Suffer in Silence Getting Help for Binge Eating Disorder

February 28, 2023 SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders

Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is a serious condition that affects many people. If you are struggling with this disorder, you don’t have to  suffer in silence. Getting help is essential for your well-being. The professionals at SpringSource Psychological Center wrote this article to discuss what Binge Eating Disorder is, its causes, symptoms, and treatment options. We will […]

Writing As Therapy: Exploring the Benefits

Writing As Therapy: Exploring the Benefits

February 6, 2023 SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders

Writing can be a powerful source of inspiration and hope for those suffering from depression. Whether it is prose, poetry, journaling, or a combination, writing can provide comfort and encouragement to those dealing with difficult situations in life. It can also help one explore emotions they may find difficult to express in other ways. Poetry […]

Anxiety Disorder Diagnostic Criteria and Treatment Options

Anxiety Disorder Diagnostic Criteria and Treatment Options

January 11, 2023 SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States, affecting 40 million adults. They are characterized by excessive worry and fear that interfere with daily activities. While there are many different types of anxiety disorders, they all share some common symptoms and diagnostic criteria. The most common types of anxiety disorders include […]

Increase in discrimination on LGBTQ+ community

Increase in discrimination on LGBTQ+ community

June 27, 2022 SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders

In recognition of Pride month and to further understand the current mental health needs of the LGBTQ+ community, SpringSource staff discussed themes being raised by our LBGTQ+ clients in therapy.  The main concern that we have heard from our LGBTQ clients surrounds the significant increase in discrimination against the community through recent anti-trans legislation and […]

Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID): The Struggle is Real

Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID): The Struggle is Real

May 28, 2022 SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders

It’s hard to concentrate on anything else when you’re feeling hungry. Your stomach aches and grumbles, but the thought of food makes you feel nauseous. You don’t know what to eat or how even to start eating again. This is just one of the many challenges you face with ARFID. Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder […]

7 Different types of Anxiety Disorders treated by the Chicago Therapists at SpringSource Psychological Center

7 Different types of Anxiety Disorders treated by the Chicago Therapists at SpringSource Psychological Center

May 3, 2022 SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders

Anxiety disorders are prevalent, affecting over 40 million adults in the United States. The good news is that they are also highly treatable. In this post, we will look at seven different types of anxiety disorders that Chicago therapists commonly treat. If you or someone you know is struggling with an anxiety disorder, please don’t […]

7 Symptoms of ARFID That Parents Need to Watch Out For

7 Symptoms of ARFID That Parents Need to Watch Out For

March 4, 2022 SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders

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?

What are eating disorders’ effects on the body?

January 29, 2022 SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders

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 […]