Tag: friendship

8 Crucial Things Most People Don’t Understand About Eating Disorders

February 28, 2017

By Melissa Rose on Thought Catalog “As of 2016, over 30 million people in the United States have a diagnosable eating disorder. Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate among all mental disorders, killing one person just about every hour. Even though this is the case, many people have misconceptions about the disorder or don’t know about … More 8 Crucial Things Most People Don’t Understand About Eating Disorders

How to love someone with anxiety (friend/partner); Various sources

February 22, 2017

Full credit to Karen Young on The Mighty “Anxiety is unpredictable, confusing and intrusive. It’s tough. Not just for the people who have it but also for the people who love them. If you are one of those people, you would know too well that the second hand experience of anxiety feels bad enough – you’d do … More How to love someone with anxiety (friend/partner); Various sources

Helping a friend that has been sexually assaulted

January 13, 2017

“If your friend was sexually assaulted, she or he may experience the following: Shock Disbelief Anger Mood swings Irritability Disturbances in eating and sleeping habits Denial Fear Helplessness Embarrassment Depression Inability to concentrate or relax Resurfacing memories of past abuse For some, the emotional impact of sexual assault can be immediate and short term. For … More Helping a friend that has been sexually assaulted