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Morning Roundup: May 21, 2013

By Victoria Kim

Jon Bon Jovi says daughter's heroin overdose was "my worst moment as a father," a new toothbrush shoots caffeine into your mouth, and 1 in 10 teens use "study drugs." MORE  

Can Brain Stimulation Curb Binge Eating?

By Bryan Le

Scientists were able to reduce obesity in mice using deep brain stimulation, but will it work on humans? MORE  

What is Bigorexia?

By Chrisanne Grise

Muscle dysmorphia is a widespread eating disorder that no one is talking about. MORE  

Could a Brain Implant Cure Anorexia?

By Chrisanne Grise

The eating disorder is notoriously difficult to treat, but scientists say they've found a solution. MORE  

The Dangers of Sleep-Eating Disorders

By Chrisanne Grise

Nocturnal Sleep-Related Eating Disorder sufferers report little to no memory of nighttime binges. MORE  

Does Your Child Have an Eating Disorder?

By Chrisanne Grise

With eating disorders starting ever-younger, parents can keep an eye on these warning signs. MORE  

Twenty-Six Miles to Recovery

By Taylor Ellsworth

First I thought I could never run a marathon. Then I thought it would cure my eating disorder. I was wrong on both counts. MORE  

Insurance Fails Patients With Eating Disorders

By Chrisanne Grise

Nearly all eating disorders specialists say inadequate health coverage has threatened their patients' lives. MORE  

What I Inherited

By Amy Dresner

Want to know if genetics plays a role in both addiction and mental illness? Just take a glance at my family tree. MORE  

Tila Tequila on the Mend After Rehab

By McCarton Ackerman

The reality star is recovering from addiction and an eating disorder after nearly dying from an overdose. MORE  

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