Distension of a plant cell wall and membrane by the fluid contents. the state of tension of cell membranes that is caused by the osmotic pressure of the intracellular fluid (P int), the osmotic pressure of the external solution (P ext), and the resilience of the cell membrane.
The Alabama Network for Eating Disorders Awareness (ALNEDA), a non-profit comprised of volunteers who promote eating disorder awareness within the community, also serves as a referral source for local programs and support groups.
One of the most effective therapies used to treat eating disorders is Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT. This approach, originally developed by Marsha Linehan, Ph.D., is designed to teach patients new coping strategies to more effectively handle difficult emotions.