Mental Health & Eating Disorder Support in Orthodox Jewish Communities: Judy Neuman, LISW

In this episode, Judy Neuman an independent, clinical social worker with over 19 years in private practice and over 25 years in school based social work, discusses mental health & eating disorders in the Orthodox Jewish community.  Her conversation illuminates specific benefits and challenges of managing mental health and eating disorders in the Jewish community at large, and sepcifically for those in the Orthodox Jewish community.  Judy’s experience and professionalism blend well with her passionate and dedicated voice to this important cultural story.  What We Discuss:(00:30) Intro(01:30) Judy Neuman Clinical History(05:15) ARFID & Trauma Support (07:40) Judaism Defined (10:15) Variations in Strictness & Adherence(12:00) Social Media Options & Impact(14:00) ED Trends(15:15) ED & Mental Health Support in Schools(16:30) Small Community/Improved Prevention & Awareness(19:30) Screening & Awareness At Large (22:15) Holiday Impact on Interventions(24:30) Rabbi Support in Treatment (28:15) Orthodox & Kosher Meals(16:30) Small Community/Improved Prevention & Awareness(19:30) Screening & Awareness At Large (22:15) Holiday Impact on Interventions(24:30) Rabbi Support in Treatment (28:15) Kosher Meals & Treatment (31:00) Jewish Population Overall (32:30) Fasting & ED (38:45) Higher Level of Care Impact (43:00) Personality/Prototype Traits of ED(45:00) ResoourcesAccess the full show notes for this episode at caiserodemchale.com.Episode Resources:NAALEH Cleveland Contact - naalehcleveland.org216-591-6191Home | The Jewish Federations of North AmericaOrthodox Judaism Today | My Jewish LearningThanks for exploring Hope with me!  Caise "RECOVERY STARTS WITH ONE BOLD NEW CHOICE." #therapist #stressrelief #anxiety #eatingdisordersupport #skills #ED #mentalhealth #recoveryFor more Podcasts & Support: https://caiserodemchale.comEmail: [email protected] me on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube - Search caise or 'caiserodemchale' or follow links on website. ----------------------------------------------------------------------For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741. Disclaimer: The Mental Health & Eating Disorder Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support.Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/supportFind:  therapistcaise.comReach: [email protected]: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & StoriesFollow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!"For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741. Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.