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The CAED Journal

Articles, guides, and resources on eating disorders, trauma, body image, and the path toward healing — for individuals, parents, families, and professionals.

Therapy & Treatment

A Few Thoughts from a Therapist, Watching the Lindsay Clancy Trial

A therapist's reflection on the Lindsay Clancy trial - what postpartum psychosis actually looks like, how it differs from postpartum OCD, and what to do if you're worried about a new mother in your life.

Bella Shirinyan, LMFT August 14, 2026 7 min read
A folded natural linen blanket and a single dried flower resting on a light wooden surface in soft morning light, evoking stillness and the slow work of recovery.
Trauma

The Connection Between Trauma and Eating Disorders: What the Research Actually Shows

Trauma and eating disorders often overlap, but the relationship is more nuanced than "trauma causes eating disorders." Learn what research shows about PTSD, eating-disorder symptoms, and integrated treatment.

Bella Shirinyan, MA, LMFT July 21, 2026 10 min read
Recovery

What Does Eating Disorder Recovery Actually Look Like?

Recovery is not linear, and it does not look the same for everyone. Learn what to expect from eating disorder therapy, what progress actually feels like, and why setbacks are part of the process.

Bella Shirinyan, LMFT July 19, 2026
Eating Disorders

How Parents Can Respond to Concerning Eating Behaviors

If you have noticed concerning eating behaviors in your teen, it can be hard to know what to do. This guide helps parents recognize warning signs, avoid common pitfalls, and respond with compassion.

Bella Shirinyan, LMFT July 16, 2026
Eating Disorders

What to Say (and Not Say) About Food, Weight, and Bodies

Common comments about food and bodies can unintentionally cause harm—even when they come from a place of love. Learn what to say instead and how to create a safer space for recovery and body respect.

Bella Shirinyan, LMFT July 13, 2026
Eating Disorders

Can You Have an Eating Disorder Without Being Underweight?

Yes. You can have an eating disorder without being underweight. In fact, most people with eating disorders are not underweight. The idea that an eating disorder always looks a certain way is one of the most harmful misconceptions in mental health today.

Bella Shirinyan, LMFT July 11, 2026
Eating Disorders

How to Help Someone Struggling With Food and Body Image

When someone you care about is struggling with food and body image, it can be hard to know what to say or do. This guide offers practical, compassionate ways to be a steady, supportive presence without fixing, lecturing, or monitoring.

Bella Shirinyan, LMFT July 11, 2026
Recovery

"Not Sick Enough": The Belief That Keeps People From Recovery

The belief that you are not sick enough for recovery is common—and it is a symptom, not a truth. If you have ever felt your struggle is not severe enough to warrant help, this article is for you.

Bella Shirinyan, LMFT July 11, 2026
Five Gentle Self-Care Practices for Recovery
Self-Care

Five Gentle Self-Care Practices for Recovery

Recovery is not just about therapy sessions—it's also about the small, daily practices that nurture your nervous system and support your well-being.

Bella Shirinyan, LMFT July 2, 2026
What Is Attachment-Focused EMDR (AF-EMDR)?
Trauma

What Is Attachment-Focused EMDR (AF-EMDR)?

Attachment-Focused EMDR (AF-EMDR), developed by Laurel Parnell, adapts standard EMDR to address relational and developmental trauma. Learn how it works, who it helps, and when it may not be the right fit.

Bella Shirinyan, LMFT June 28, 2026
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Free Guide

Learning to recognize early signs.

Food may be taking up more mental space. Meals may feel harder. Maybe you're worried about yourself — or someone you care about.

When Food, Body Image, or Eating Starts to Feel Hard is a free practical guide to recognizing concerning patterns and understanding when it may be time to ask for support.

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