Ep. 32 - Body Image, Eating Disorders, and Invisible Illnesses

If you struggle with an autoimmune disorder or other "invisible illness," the frustrations pile up: getting a diagnosis, coping with a reality in which you may feel lousy many days of the week, dealing with comments that "you look 'fine.'" In addition, you may struggle with body image or eating due to symptoms related to your disorder.  What is it like to put on a "mask" every day and pretend that you're fine when your body is on fire? Join Dr. Laura and her special guest Tamie Gangloff, MA MFT (Founding President of the Southwest Philly IAEDP chapter) as we discuss Tamie's new book, "Chronic Illness and Eating Disorders."  Listen in to a fascinating discussion about the impact of illness and stigma, and learn how to handle those comments about "always" being sick.