Fat phobia is a form of discrimination facing overweight and obese populations. The recognition of fat phobia remains controversial among those who refuse to admit that it exists. Many body [...]
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In mid-August 2016, large statues of a nude Donald Trump popped up in five major cities across the United States. These “political art” pieces and body-shaming statues depicted Trump in [...]
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Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC Director of Content and Social Media at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope For many individuals who are struggling with an eating disorder, body image concerns [...]
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Recovering from an eating disorder is not a stagnant journey, rather one that evolves through different stages and seasons. Living with an eating disorder can severely alter your ability to [...]
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Summertime is a season for resting, traveling, vacationing, exploring – taking a break from the normal routine of work and school. Whether vacationing by the pool or beachside, there are [...]
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Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, Special Projects Coordinator at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope It is often said that we are our own worst critic, and whether this rings true [...]
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Contributor: Amy M. Klimek, MA, LCPC, Director of Program Development, Eating Disorder Program Coordinator, Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center The American culture is defined by comparison, especially in the female population. [...]
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Kirsten Haglund Hosted by Kirsten Haglund of Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center May 12, 2016 EDH: Welcome to today’s #EDHchat! Our topic is about Rebuilding Body Image EDH: Special thanks [...]
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Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, Special Projects Coordinator at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope High school prom has become an important part of Western culture, with many students anticipating this [...]
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Contributor: Leigh Bell, BA, writer for Eating Disorder Hope Alcohol may provide a temporary escape from feelings of poor body image, but when the drinking is done, often low self-esteem, [...]
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