As child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrists we have eagerly been awaiting Netflix’s release of To The Bone. It seems intended to significantly raise awareness, educate viewers and open conversations about these severe psychiatric disorders.
You can also listen to this podcast on SoundCloud, Stitcher, and iTunes.
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Emotional eating occurs when we use food as a coping mechanism to deal with the stresses in life. Oftentimes, feelings of shame and regret follow patterns of emotional eating.
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For more information about eating disorders and ways you can help make a difference for a young person in your life, or for yourself, please visit the National Eating Disorder Association website. #NEDAwareness
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In the United States, there has been a culturally driven obsession with weight loss and body image.
As we recognize National Eating Disorder Awareness Week here at The Clay Center, we hope the information we share will be both informative and useful.