by Iris Epstein | Jun 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
Refeeding syndrome occurs when a malnourished or significantly undernourished person begins to eat again, and their body experiences dangerous shifts in fluids and electrolytes—especially phosphate. Here are the five most critical symptoms to look out for:...
by Iris Epstein | May 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
Hypersensitivity—characterized by heightened emotional intensity and reactivity—is a trait that can profoundly shape an individual’s mental health landscape. While it can endow individuals with deep empathy and creativity, it also poses unique challenges,...
by Iris Epstein | Apr 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
One of the most common questions families ask is: “How do we know when it’s time to stop repeating the same meals and start adding more variety?” The short answer: when structure is no longer supporting recovery but starting to limit it. In the early phases of...
by Iris Epstein | Apr 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
Rigid thinking is one of the most persistent and quiet obstacles in eating disorder recovery. Often cloaked as discipline, structure, or control, it can feel like a source of safety—but in truth, it’s a barrier to growth, healing, and freedom. As a certified eating...
by Iris Epstein | Apr 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
Pause Before the Criticism StartsThat inner critic may be quick to judge, but pause. Feeling full is not the same as doing something wrong. It’s a sign your body is working, digesting, and processing nourishment—not failing you. Replace Guilt with CuriosityInstead of...
