Why Choose Center for Change? A Premier Eating Disorder Treatment Center with Unmatched Expertise and Compassion When choosing an eating disorder treatment center, patients and referral sources need confidence 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…
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…
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…
Why Inpatient Eating Disorder Treatment Can Be Life-Changing
Eating disorders are complex illnesses that impact not only physical health but also emotional well-being, relationships, and daily life. For some individuals, outpatient therapy provides the support they need to…
What I Learned about Weight-Based New Year’s Resolutions
By Quinn Nystrom, MS As January began, I was inundated with mailers, targeted social media ads, and radio advertisements, all promoting the theme of “Achieve Your New Year’s Goals.” Every…
Current State of Diabetes in America
By Quinn Nystrom Just over a year ago, I welcomed a beautiful baby boy. My OB told me afterward that I was his “Lowest risk, highest risk patient.” Though I…
It’s OK to Not be in the Holiday Spirit
By Quinn Nystrom, MS We all know people who start putting up their holiday decorations and outdoor lights on November 1st and posting their Christmas magic on social media. They…
Why the US Surgeon Issued an Advisory to Parents
When people ask me what I do for work, I automatically say, “I’m a writer, speaker, and consultant.” They want to know what job I get paid to do, right?…
Maintaining Sobriety for the Holidays
By Quinn Nystrom, MS When I think of the holidays, I often think of that idyllic Hallmark Christmas movie where everyone is blissfully happy, families are reunited, and all feel…
The Connection Between Eating Disorders and Athletes
Athletes are often admired for their discipline, physical prowess, and dedication to their sports. However, beneath this veneer of excellence, there is a lesser-discussed issue that affects many: the connection…
Recognizing the Signs: Understanding Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are not just about food; they are deeply rooted, complex conditions that touch the very core of a person’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. They do not discriminate—they…
What My Diabetes Management Looks Like Now
By Quinn Nystrom, MS I’ve lived with type 1 diabetes for over 25 years. When I was diagnosed back in the late 90s, the way that we were told how…
Nearly 10 Percent of Teens Utilizing Harmful Diet Products
By Quinn Nystrom I’ll never forget when I started resenting my body. I was sitting in the figure skating locker room, surrounded by high school girls, and comparing my body…
Living and Learning with Diabetes for Nearly 50 Years
By Quinn Nystrom and Mike Swinyard, MD, FAAP Dr. Mike Swinyard was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes nearly 50 years ago. He was told that after 10 to 15 years…
Eating Disorders in Pregnancy
By Quinn Nystrom, MS For many years, I didn’t know if the destruction I had inflicted on my body in the form of bulimia would ruin my chances of getting…
Treating Diabetes and Eating Disorders is Personal
Did you know that women living with diabetes are 2.5 times more likely to be diagnosed with an eating disorder? Since there is a high prevalence of this co-occurring illness,…
Basics of Diabetes
I’ve gotten to partner with the Center for Change for the past eight years, specifically with their diabetes and eating disorder specialty program. I’ve spoken at events to people with…
Eating Disorders and Substance Abuse
By Quinn Nystrom, MS When I first went to residential treatment for my eating disorder in 2012, we had a lot of educational classes that we attended. One of those…
Eating Disorder Relapse Prevention in a Time of New Year’s Resolutions
By Quinn Nystrom, MS Frankly, I’m always ready for January to be over. Not because I don’t love January (my birthday month), but I’m not too fond of the hyper-focus…
Celiac Disease & Eating Disorders: Safety & Recovery
By Krista Lample, M.Ed Center for Change Outreach Specialist I had to have surgery last year. It was a day surgery but was a long, extensive reconstructive type of deal,…
Getting Through the Holidays
By Quinn Nystrom, MS My father always sings the famous Christmas song, “It’s the most wonderful time of year…”. It’s kind of a running family joke because we know he’s…
There is No “Uncontrolled Diabetes”
By Quinn Nystrom, MS I’m nearing the 7-month pregnancy mark, WHOO! I have weekly medical appointments to check on my type 1 diabetes, eye health, baby’s health, heart, etc. This…
Mental Illness Awareness Week: Breaking the Stigma
By Quinn Nystrom, MS Did you know that 1 in 5 adults experience mental illness? Less than half receive proper medical treatment. Additionally, about half of the U.S. population lives…
Pregnant and Living with an Eating Disorder
By Quinn Nystrom, MS This spring, I discovered that I was expecting my first baby (I’m already a proud Mom to two incredible stepdaughters). The news came as a beautiful…
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