For many families, Thanksgiving is about togetherness, tradition, and good food. But for someone with an eating disorder, the holiday can feel more stressful than celebratory. From the endless talk about food to the pressure of eating in front of others, Thanksgiving can be a tough day for anyone in recovery. For people with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), though, the challenges are often even more complicated, and far less understood. Why Thanksgiving Is D

Every November, social media starts to turn into a highlight reel of holiday perfection. Matching pajamas, beautifully decorated tables, smiling families, cozy captions about gratitude. It can be nice to see…. until it’s not. If you’ve ever caught yourself scrolling and thinking, “ Everyone else seems so happy. Why can’t I feel that way? ,” you’re not alone. The truth is, holiday comparison on social media is incredibly common, and it can quietly chip away at your mood, your

The holiday season has a way of sneaking up on us. Seemingly overnight our cities become full of twinkle lights, traditions, and the expectation that we should all be fully of holiday cheer. But for many people, the holidays don’t feel happy at all. Maybe you’re dreading the holidays this year. Maybe you’re grieving someone. Maybe family gatherings feel tense or complicated. Maybe you’re stretched too thin, or just not in the mood to celebrate. Whatever the reason, you’re not

When most people hear the word “purging,” they immediately think of self-induced vomiting after a meal or snack. While that’s the most...