Episode 231 - Erin Akers, T1D, Founder and CEO of DBH

Erin Akers is back on the pod! Erin is the founder of the Diabulimia Helpline, now DBH. In this episode Rob, Eritrea, and Erin talk about: * Diabulimia Helpline’s transition to DBH * Erin’s mother and one of the GOATs, Mama Dawn * The 3rd International Conference on Diabetes & Eating Disorders In November * Presenting at ADCES in Houston this year * Broader world of Mental Health and Diabetes including burnout, anxiety, and depression * The importance of group support * Representation matters especially in conversations about disordered eating * The warning signs of diabulimia * The destructive nature of toxic positivity * Want to volunteer for the helpline? Send an email to [email protected] We want to hear from you. Send your questions, comments, queries, and general diabetes concerns to THE MAILBAG at [email protected]!