Resources
Find helpful resources about eating disorder recovery and treatment from the Center for Change team.
Together For Mental Health (#Together4MH)
By Quinn Nystrom, MS It is hard to believe that Mental Health Awareness has been observed since 1949. That’s over seven decades of raising awareness of trauma and the impact
Why Everyone with an Eating Disorder Is at Higher Risk for Alcohol Abuse
By Quinn Nystrom In 1987, April was designated as Alcohol Awareness Month to raise awareness and encourage open conversations in schools, homes, and workplaces. You might wonder why I’m choosing
What Do We Do When the School Curriculum Is Fat-Phobic?
By Quinn Nystrom What would you do if you were in my shoes? I had agreed to substitute for a health teacher, and I never knew what material I would
A Compassionate Approach: How Center for Change Uses Harm Reduction to Treat Complex and Enduring Anorexia Nervosa
For individuals struggling with Complex and Enduring Anorexia Nervosa, the path to recovery can be intricate and nonlinear. Traditional treatment models that focus solely on full weight restoration or rigid
Why Choose Center for Change?
Why Choose Center for Change? We understand how difficult it can be to seek treatment for yourself or a loved one. The following information is provided to assist you in
Why In-Person Treatment for Eating Disorders Is More Effective Than Virtual Care
In recent years, virtual healthcare has become more accessible than ever—offering convenience and flexibility for many mental health conditions. However, when it comes to eating disorder treatment, in-person care often
Breaking the Silence: Understanding Eating Disorders Today
By Quinn Nystrom, MS I struggled with an eating disorder for 12 years before I was diagnosed and given a treatment path. A significant part of this delay stemmed from
How to Encourage a Loved One to Seek Treatment for an Eating Disorder
Watching a loved one struggle with an eating disorder can be heartbreaking. You may feel helpless, unsure of what to say, or afraid of pushing them away. While eating disorders
What I Learned about Weight-Based New Year’s Resolutions
By Quinn Nystrom, M.S. One of the most common conversations I have with people entering eating disorder treatment isn’t about food, weight, or behaviors. It’s about time. “I’m falling behind.
