Stigma

Why Affirming Care Matters in Eating Disorder Recovery

Understanding Eating Disorders as Mental Health Conditions Eating disorder recovery asks people to be vulnerable in profound ways. Treatment often involves conversations about body image, identity, shame, control, relationships, and trust. For LGBTQ+ individuals, those conversations can feel even more complex if they are navigating environments where they do not feel [...]

2026-06-02T13:30:19-06:00

Understanding Eating Disorders as Mental Health Conditions

Understanding Eating Disorders as Mental Health Conditions Many people still misunderstand eating disorders as being about food or appearance alone, which contributes to shame, delayed treatment, and resistance to higher levels of care. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s crucial to recognize that eating disorders are among the most [...]

2026-05-13T11:35:20-06:00