Stigma

Beyond the Stereotypes: Creating Safer, More Inclusive Eating Disorder Care

Beyond the Stereotypes: Creating Safer, More Inclusive Eating Disorder Care Eating disorders impact people of every race, ethnicity, gender, age, and body type, yet longstanding stereotypes continue to influence who receives timely diagnoses and proper treatment. This July, as we honor BIPOC Mental Health Month, it’s important to reflect on this [...]

2026-07-29T11:33:20-06:00

Why Affirming Care Matters in Eating Disorder Recovery

Why Affirming Care Matters in Eating Disorder Recovery 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 LGBTQIA+ individuals, those conversations can feel even more complex if they are navigating environments where they do not [...]

2026-07-29T11:35:22-06:00

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 [...]

2026-07-29T11:37:11-06:00