Eating disorders are complex illnesses and affect a variety of people. Risk factors for eating disorders involve a range of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors. But, what role does self-image [...]
@ Nikki DuBose Nikki Dubose is a former model, host, and actress who has recently turned her career focus towards writing, public speaking, and mental health advocacy. Eating Disorder Hope [...]
Reinforcing Positive Body Image in Boys While girls are more impacted by weight and body concerns, this does not mean boys are not affected. A depressing statistic indicates that 33-35% [...]
Thoughts can be very powerful, especially obsessive thoughts that surface over and over again. With an eating disorder, thoughts about body image may be the most frequent throughout the [...]
The performing arts have long been a channel for individuals to tell their stories and express their emotions. The artists that boldly portray these stories often begin their love of [...]
One of the central symptoms of an eating disorder is the unhealthy relationship to one’s body regarding how the body is fed, cared for, and accepted. Positive body image can play [...]
The eating disorder recovery community is vast and supportive, creating a safe and inclusive environment for those in all stages of recovery. To be a part of this community means [...]
Contributor: Irene Rovira, Ph.D., clinical psychologist at The Center for Eating Disorders at Sheppard Pratt Most of us appreciate all the mother figures and mom-types in our lives including aunts, [...]
When it comes to standing up against cultural normalcy, especially when it comes to body image and acceptance, it is important to have a clear understanding of what you are [...]
One of the challenges that comes with eating disorder recovery is figuring out how to embrace who you are. This includes learning to be comfortable with your body image and [...]
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