Finding Help for Eating Disorders | Dr. Lauren Barnes | #86

Today In this important episode of the Stronger Marriage Connection podcast,Dr. Lauren Barnes shares her extensive knowledge about eating disorders and body image,exploring their impact on individuals and relationships. Offering hope and healing, Dr. Barnesdiscusses the prevalence, recovery, and the critical importance of addressing these issueswithin marriages. Listeners will learn from an expert in the field about the signs, effects, andtreatment options for eating disorders, making this a valuable resource for those seeking tounderstand or cope with these conditions.About Lauren Barnes:Dr. Lauren A. Barnes, LMFT is an Associate Clinical Professor in the School of FamilyLife and the Clinical Director for BYU’s Marriage & Family Therapy graduate program.Prior to her faculty appointment at BYU in 2013, she worked as a therapist at Center forChange treating girls and women struggling with eating disorders within a residentialtreatment setting. She maintains a small private practice where she primarily works withthose struggling with body image, eating disorders, and life challenges within theirfamilies. Dr. Barnes grew up in a multicultural multigenerational home with her nativeCuban grandparents, mom, dad, and siblings in the Pacific Northwest. During her freetime, Lauren loves baking (especially cakes and cookies) walking or hiking, playingpiano, and loves socializing with good friends and family. One of her current passions isspeaking at women’s body image retreats because it combines her love of connectingwith people, learning, and engaging in fun activities. She is married to Aaron and theyhave a son and daughterInsights:Lauren: Eating disorders are widespread, affecting up to 9% of the population. Eating disorders are complex and they are not solely about food consumption or exercise habits. Instead, they require well-researched, specialized care and attention. Anyone struggling with an eating disorder is encouraged to seek help, as numerous resources and support options are available.Dave: There is significant and prolonged stress that both partners in a relationship can experience when dealing with an eating disorder. It is important to acknowledging the struggle and the impact it can have on a relationship. It is important to seek help, learn more about eating disorders, and communicate concerns to a partner in a caring and supportive manner.Liz: The thought of function over feature is quite beautiful. Even in just talking about it to our kids, the focus is on your body is so strong, we can go run now let's go run this hill. Isn't that wonderful? Our bodies can do this. And we're breathing and we don't even know it and our whole, all these organs are workiVisit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/