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A small UC San Diego study found that 72% of anorexia patients who followed a ketogenic diet for 14 weeks scored in the recovered or normal range. The research offers hope for a condition that desperately needs new treatment options.
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In a London trial, 18 of 21 women with long-term anorexia improved after therapy sessions with psilocybin. Some patients even asked for food during treatment—a breakthrough moment for one of psychiatry's toughest conditions.
A new trial reveals that psilocybin therapy helped reduce anorexia symptoms in women who struggled with the eating disorder for an average of 11 years. Half the participants showed scores comparable to someone without a diagnosis after just three months.
An Italian nurse fought alongside her daughter through a grueling battle with anorexia nervosa, transforming their family's darkest chapter into a story of recovery and hope. Today, Dalila Brancaccio is healing, and her mother Rita shares their journey to help other families facing eating disorders.
When a kitchen fire displaced 50 men from a Windsor recovery home, the community's response turned tragedy into a powerful story of support. Within days, donations and volunteers surrounded the residents with everything they needed.
Scientists are discovering how anorexia changes the brain's reward and emotion circuits, opening doors to promising new treatments. After decades of limited options, breakthrough therapies like brain stimulation could help the third of patients who don't recover with current care.
Five people in Greene County, Tennessee just celebrated a life-changing milestone: graduating from Recovery Court after conquering addiction. Their success stories prove that with the right support, recovery is possible.
Liza Ronald battled addiction for 36 years before finding help at a Lexington recovery center. Now she's returning hope to others as a recovery coach, proving that transformation is possible.
A new documentary celebrates five decades of Oxford House, peer-run recovery homes that have helped thousands rebuild their lives after addiction. The film debuts June 11 in Washington, featuring six residents whose stories prove community-based recovery works. #
A 68-acre ranch in Crete, Illinois, just got $2 million in state funding to become a recovery home where men leaving addiction treatment can find housing, jobs, and lasting community. The 2nd Story Ranch will combine stable living, workforce training, and peer support to help residents build independent lives in recovery.
Researchers discovered a hormone pathway that explains why half of anorexia patients relapse within 10 years. The breakthrough could lead to better treatments beyond just tracking weight.
First responders in Oregon's Rogue Valley are lacing up their cleats for a softball game that celebrates addiction recovery and connects people with lifesaving resources. The annual festival has grown from a handful of teams in 2013 to 12 this year.
A group of mothers in Elizabethton gathered to share anonymous recovery stories, highlighting the strength it takes to heal from substance use disorder while raising children. Their message: recovery is possible when communities support instead of judge.
A resource fair that started with 15 attendees has grown to 60 people as veterans share recovery stories and find support. The annual event in Clarksburg now connects dozens of organizations with veterans and community members seeking help.
Nick's Ride 4 Friends hosted its fifth annual Recovery Speaks event, where people in recovery from addiction shared stories of hope and persistence. The Auburn nonprofit, which recently celebrated 10 years of peer-based recovery services, brought together current clients, staff, and community members for an afternoon of connection and celebration.
After two years of living substance-free, Jackie Forthman graduated from Van Wert County's Recovery Court, a program that helps people overcome addiction while addressing legal challenges. Her achievement represents the success of a community-backed program that's been changing lives since 2014.
A Kentucky nonprofit is breaking down addiction stigma by inviting the entire community to hear real recovery journeys. Three speakers, including the vice president's mother, will share their stories of hope at a free March 27 event.
A Saskatchewan addiction recovery center founded by a mother in recovery has been passed down through three generations and now exclusively serves men. Prairie Sky Recovery Centre treats 150 people yearly while breaking stigmas around men's mental health.
Five teens overcoming substance use disorder walked the stage at Hope Academy's graduation, marking years of perseverance and second chances. Indiana's only recovery high school just celebrated its 20th class of graduates heading to college and careers.
A sold-out brunch in West Virginia brought together families, fashion, and powerful recovery stories to support mothers rebuilding their lives. The Hope Blooms event raised critical funds for a unique program where women in recovery can keep their children by their side.
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