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The term “eating disorder” is thrown about rather loosely in many circumstances. However, the fifth edition of the Diagnostic Manual of Mental Disorders defines this serious condition as complex mental illnesses. This illness may require mental health and medical experts to ensure that the eating disorder doesn’t have nasty consequences. In the United States, millions…
Recently, many celebrities have spoken about the struggles that they’ve had with their body image and eating disorders and eventually attending an eating disorder treatment center. The concern of these celebrities is one that is shared around the country, as eating disorders are severe mental illnesses that commonly affect women and girls. It’s vital to…
There is a common misconception in modern society that women need to be tall, skinny, and perfect in order to be loveable. We’re bombarded by photoshopped images in magazines, movies, and tv stars who seem to be able to eat as much as they want while retaining the perfect body-type. Unfortunately, this leads to many…
If you’re struggling with addiction, you need to know you’re not alone. At Crossroads Maine, we know the challenges that you’re facing, and we also know how to help you overcome them. Our women’s treatment program for addiction gives you the skills you need to grow, thrive, and recover from addiction. However, you may be…
At Crossroads Maine, our residential treatment services for women provides a safe and comfortable place where you can overcome addiction and mental health conditions. It will help you move towards your unique goals and help you become more self-reliant. It will also allow you to create a support system that you can rely on before,…
When you’re looking for addiction treatment programs, you should consider seeking gender-specific treatment programs. These treatment programs focus on treating men and women separately. Many fundamental cultural and biological differences appear in men and women, particularly in substance use. Women face different issues when it comes to dependence, the substance you use, and how your…
As you’re moving through life, you may begin to ask, “Do I have an eating disorder, and if so, what can I do about it?” These questions don’t necessarily have an easy answer, and it can be challenging to ask. However, if you’re nervous, anxious, or scared, you should know that these emotions are normal.…
One of the most challenging aspects of recovery is figuring out and admitting to yourself that you have a problem. Maybe your drinking started casually in social settings, or perhaps alcohol has always been present in your life in some way, shape, or form. In modern society, drinking is an everyday circumstance, and drinking frequently…
COVID-19 has paralyzed daily life, with millions engaging in social distancing. Many sectors of the economy have suspended operations, including sports, travel, and restaurants. Large parts of the American workforce are working from home. With social distancing, addiction treatment and eating disorder therapy can be complicated. However, Crossroads Maine is still offering treatment through our…
Recovery from addiction is not just about resolving physical dependence on drugs or alcohol. These substances also impact the brain and have an effect on virtually every aspect of a person’s life. Due to the complex nature of addiction, it takes more than just a single doctor providing treatment for recovery to take place. It…