As eating disorders spike during pandemic, rural treatment options lag

Erin Reynolds had battled bulimia since childhood, but the weeks before she entered treatment were among her worst. At 22, she was preparing to leave her home in Helena, Montana, for an inpatient program in New Jersey with round-the-clock medical care.

Looking back six years later, Reynolds said seeking help was one of the most difficult parts of the recovery process. "I just kept [ read the full article here ]

Eating disorders potentially hiding autism diagnosis

Young people with eating disorders may also have underlying and undiagnosed autism spectrum disorder, according to Flinders University researchers.

Led by Professor Robyn Young from the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work, a new study has set out to further understand the link between autism and problematic eating behaviour.

“Research has shown that eating disorders and autism may co-occur, with .. [ read more ]

Working Through Weight Stigma

What thoughts come to mind when you hear the word “stigma”? Perhaps shame, guilt, or moral impurity. Now what thoughts come to mind when you hear the words “overweight” or “obese”? For many traditionally trained clinicians, similar words might come to mind. Both clients and clinicians have been taught for years that weight relates to someone’s value as a human. 

Weight stigma has a way of showing up in healthcare, our communities, and the conversations we have with each other. The theme for this year’s National Eating Disorders Awareness Week is “See the change, be the change,” and that’s exactly what we can do as clinicians to help our clients. The more we learn about [read more]