Joanna Marino Joanna Marino

Family-Based Treatment for Eating Disorders: A Parent Guide

Family-Based Treatment (FBT) helps parents take an active, supportive role in a child or teen's eating disorder recovery. This guide explains what FBT is, how phases work, what parents do in sessions and at meals, and how to handle common challenges while keeping the focus on safety, nourishment, and long-term healing.

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Joanna Marino Joanna Marino

ARFID vs Picky Eating: When to Seek Help

ARFID is not the same as picky eating, and the difference matters for treatment. Learn how to recognize when food avoidance in children or adults may need professional support.

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Joanna Marino Joanna Marino

Living With OCD: Exposure Therapy Basics for Adults

OCD can feel like a constant negotiation with anxiety and uncertainty. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is an evidence-based approach that helps adults face feared thoughts and situations while reducing compulsions. Learn what ERP looks like, how it's paced, and how to take the next step toward lasting relief.

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