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Beyond Picky Eating: Understanding ARFID
As awareness increases and research progresses, you might be hearing more about ARFID. Families are starting to understand its impact and are seeking out interventions to help support their child. ARFID, or Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, is categorized as an eating disorder. It is different than other eating disorders as it does not have a focus or goal in trying achieve thinness. However, those who struggle with ARFID can often get to a low body weight because of

Devan Briggs
Jun 252 min read


When Staying Busy Becomes Emotionally Harmful
The world today is very busy. There are a million things to do including chores, work, hobbies, spending time with family and friends, taking care of ourselves, and taking care of others. While we often have a lot of responsibilities, there are always times we can take for ourselves. What we do with our time makes a big difference in our ability to emotionally regulate, focus, and be mindful. With so many distractions and screens, it is easy to constantly find something to s

Devan Briggs
May 283 min read


Making and Keeping Personal Boundaries
There’s been a lot of talk recently about “good” or “bad” boundaries and how they manifest in our lives. Boundaries are rules or limits we live by that keep us feeling safe, protected, and in balance. Boundaries work both ways in our relationships and are commitments we uphold, as well as ones we expect others to follow through with on their end. Boundaries can show up in a myriad of ways including time, physical, emotional, and relational. They can be choosing to commit to s

Devan Briggs
Dec 20, 20234 min read
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