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Body image concerns aren't just a women's issue

The term muscle dysmorphia was only coined in 1997, but the all-consuming and dangerous pursuit of perfection goes back much further. We explore why the problem of allowing muscularity to dictate self-esteem is only getting worse

BFRBs (body focused repetitive behaviors like nail biting, skin picking, and hair pulling) are common with ADHD. Find out why.

Not available June 8? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience. Research and clinical data have demonstrated that eating disorders — primarily bulimia and binge eating — often co-occur with an ADHD diagnosis. This webinar will provide an in-depth look at the clinical features of various eating disorders and body image problems. Learning about the neurobiological, cognitive, behavioral, and emotional factors that predispose those with ADH...

Why We Still Arent Talking About Mens Eating Disorders Kayla Kibbe, provided by FacebookTwitterEmail In a room decorated with butterflies and inspirational quotes from female celebrities, a doctor hands a patient information about his recent eating disorder diagnosis. Using female pronouns, the pamphlet explains how the patient’s menstrual cycle will resume with recovery. Even for James L. Downs, “a gay yoga teacher who is in touch with his inner goddess,” this feels alienating. “I can...

Testosterone, Non-Binary Identity and Bigorexia By Rick Collins, Esq.       A: There are various names for this subcategory of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD): muscle dysmorphia, “the Adonis Complex,” and, yes, bigorexia. 1 The criteria for BDD include, “preoccupation with one or more perceived defects or flaws in appearance that are not observable or appear slight to others.” In muscle dysmorphia, the perceived defect is inadequate muscularity – thinking you’re puny no matter ho...