Binge eating disorder (BED for short) is a relatively new diagnosis, although binge eating has been around for a very…

If you’re like most parents, you want your kids to learn to be comfortable in their own skin, develop self-confidence,…

It’s heartbreaking to see your teen become so obsessed with body weight and shape that he or she diets to…

Frequent binge eating, self-induced vomiting, laxative abuse, and excessive exercise are common indicators of bulimia nervosa – a serious and…

Adolescence is a challenging phase of life, so it’s not uncommon for teens to develop their own quirks and idiosyncrasies…

Turn on the TV on any given day and it seems there’s news of yet another school shooting, deadly accident,…

Many adolescents worry from time to time about things like passing an exam, their weight or appearance, family problems, and…

Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder that causes a person’s brain to suddenly go into fight-or-flight mode at any given…

It’s normal for teens to experience a bit of anxiety or fear in certain situations, such as giving a presentation…