Ep. 10: Opening Up Conversations About Eating Disorders & Body Image

Today’s conversation is all about body image and eating disorders.This episode touches on both the everyday challenges related to body image, as well as a deeper discussion about clinical eating disorders and how we can create honest, safe spaces to talk about them with our loved ones.To help us do this, I am joined by Dr. Margo Maine. Dr. Maine is a clinical psychologist who has specialized in eating disorders and related issues for over 35 years. She is one of the founders of the National Eating Disorders Association, as well as an author and speaker, in addition to her private practice.In this episode, we discuss:The differences between different types of EDsLanguage that may be helpful and harmful in approaching conversations about body imageCommon misconceptions about EDs vs how and why eating disorders developEffective ways to open up conversations about an eating disorderRelational Cultural Theory (RCT) and Dr. Maine’s psychoeducational approach to treatmentPrevention and some practical tools for self acceptanceResources:The Body Project: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/get-involved/the-body-projectNational Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)You can also call or text the NEDA helpline at (800) 931-2237.If you want to follow along in our journey or check out our products, find us at our website thoughtfulhuman.co, or find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.P.S. If you or someone you love needs access to a month of free online therapy: betterhelp.com/thoughtfulhuman.