Gwendolyn Henderson

Contributing since 2025

About Gwendolyn

Gwendolyn Henderson brings 26 years of extensive experience in field of Mental & Behavioral Health. She has served as an Executive Director, CEO, Vice-President and Consultant for Behavioral Health facilities. In addition, Gwen has provided services as a clinician, case manager and various other roles supporting individuals and families.

Published work

What Gwendolyn has written.

A person takes an online quiz on their laptop. Learn more about the benefits and efficacy of taking an eating disorder quiz online, here.
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Do I Have An Eating Disorder Quiz

An eating disorder quiz can offer a useful snapshot of your relationship with food, body image, and control. While not diagnostic, these screenings can highlight…

8 min read Feb 2026

A stressed woman clutches her face. Learn more about how to identify the signs and symptoms of an eating disorder, here.
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What Are The Signs Of An Eating Disorder?

Eating disorder warning signs often develop gradually, shaping daily habits, emotional wellbeing and physical health long before they are obvious. Here, we outline the key…

7 min read Feb 2026

A woman looks at her phone, looking anxious. learn more about the correlation between social media and eating disorders here.
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Social Media and Eating Disorders

Social media exposure can increase eating disorder risk by reinforcing appearance-based comparison, restrictive dieting norms, and algorithm-driven idealized body content. Learn more about vulnerable populations,…

13 min read Feb 2026

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Residential Treatment Programs for Mental Health and Recovery

Residential treatment programs offer 24/7, structured care for individuals facing mental health challenges, trauma, addiction, or co-occurring conditions in a supportive, live-in setting. Through evidence-based…

6 min read Jan 2026

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Cognitive Dissonance: Understanding Inner Conflict and Emotional Tension

Cognitive dissonance refers to the psychological tension created when a person’s beliefs, values or behaviors conflict, often leading to anxiety, rationalization and efforts to restore…

9 min read Dec 2025

Wooden figured rejecting another wooden figure. Learn more about rejection sensitivity dysphoria here
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Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD): Understanding the Emotional Impact of Rejection

When faced with real or imagined emotional rejection, people with RSD and ADHD may struggle with overwhelming emotional pain. This perceived rejection leads to feelings of shame,…

6 min read Nov 2025

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