A Journey Through Eating Disorders Support & Recovery

“Not One More” carries a lot of impact for my communities especially. From the LGBTQIA+ aspect of my identity to being BIPoC to HoH/Deaf, I consider the intersectionality in “no more” altogether. For me, it means that we still continue to have work to do. We must continue to grow as individuals, providers, carers, health systems, and treatment centers to…

Inclusive, accessible, and affirming care for mental health and eating disorders is desperately needed, especially as we know that these disorders don’t discriminate against anyone. As treatment options evolve and open doors to clients of many backgrounds and identities, it is important that we keep our eyes set on the ultimate goal: Not One More day without inclusive, accessible, and…

“Not One More” is not just a phrase. It is something I live inside of. It is a commitment that lives in my body, my recovery, and my relationships. As someone who holds multiple identities and has been in long-term recovery from an eating disorder, those words carry weight. I have lost friends to their eating disorders and to addiction.…

Technology surrounds us. We find it in the palm of our hands, in the apps we use, the videos we watch, and the ads we scroll through. For many people, especially adolescents and young adults, technology isn’t just part of life; it is life. Artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithm-driven platforms shape what we see and often how we feel. This…

Academic excellence can vanish almost overnight when eating disorders take hold. High-achieving students may find themselves unable to concentrate, missing classes, and watching their GPAs plummet. The academic consequences extend far beyond temporary setbacks—they can derail entire educational trajectories. Learn more about eating disorder treatment and school support for teens and families. The Numbers Tell a Devastating Story Research reveals…

Menopause is often known by its broad generalities of symptoms: hot flashes, mood swings, and brain fog. But there’s another part of this conversation that rarely gets the attention it deserves: the intersection between menopause, hormonal shifts, and eating disorders. For many, menopause brings unexpected changes to the body, and with those changes can come distress, fear, loss of control,…

You know you need help for an eating disorder—or someone you love does—but you can’t figure out if you can afford treatment, and it’s keeping you stuck. Insurance policies are written in language that’s deliberately hard to decode. You need to know what your plan covers and what you’ll owe, and getting that information is difficult—especially while you’re also dealing…

Eating disorders are serious, complex illnesses that affect millions of people. These conditions are not choices or phases but rather medical and psychiatric conditions with biological, psychological, and social components. In recent years, scientists have begun exploring one particularly fascinating biological angle influencing eating disorders. Researchers are studying the gut microbiome and its potential influence on mental health and eating…

The turn of the calendar often invites high expectations: a fresh start, ambitious goals, public declarations. For many people, this impulse is harmless. For individuals managing an eating disorder, however, the pressure to “fix” oneself in a short window can increase shame, heighten monitoring of food and bodies, and undermine stability. This article reframes the New Year moment into a…

Religious traditions often guide the rhythm of our lives, shaping how we find meaning, how we pray, and, sometimes, how we eat. For many, rituals like fasting are deeply spiritual, offering moments of reflection and connection to something greater than ourselves. But for individuals healing from an eating disorder, these same practices can pose serious challenges. This article explores how…