Kim Kardashian Mentions Body Dysmorphia Concern – Here’s What It is and How to Get Help
Body dysmorphia is a term that is heard increasingly in our vernacular but actually refers to a clinical diagnosis called body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). It is characterized by a preoccupation with perceived bodily defects and flaws. This is technically different than an eating disorder as the intense worry and focus is about the appearance of […]
The Eating Disorders Community Must Take a Stand Against Rape Culture
Women’s bodies are routinely criticized, commodified, and objectified. While RAINN reports that 1 out of every 6 American women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in her lifetime, sexual violence is often trivialized or even dismissed.
8 Celebrities Who Courageously Opened Up About Their Mental Health Struggles
Today marks World Mental Health Day, a time to spread awareness and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Here are eight celebrities who have bravely shared their struggles with eating disorders and other mental health issues. Content note: Links to outside articles may contain descriptions of eating disordered behaviors. Lady Gaga “No one’s invisible pain […]
Dear Melody: My Boss Won’t Stop Making Body-Shaming Comments. Help!
“Dear Melody” is a monthly advice column by Dr. Melody Moore, a clinical psychologist, yoga instructor and the founder of the Embody Love Movement Foundation. Her foundation is a non-profit whose mission is to empower girls and women to celebrate their inner beauty, commit to kindness, and contribute to meaningful change in the world. Dr. […]
10 Fierce Activists to Admire This LGBTQ+ History Month
October marks LGBTQ History Month, a time for reflecting on the community’s history as well as the LGBTQ+ civil rights movement. The community’s numerous accomplishments would not have been possible without the efforts of countless individuals working tirelessly for equality. Here are 10 individuals from the past and present who have made the world a […]
5 Key Takeaways from the 2017 LGBTQ People of Color Mental Health Conference
Last week, I had the privilege of attending In My Mind: A LGBTQ People of Color Mental Health Conference organized by DBGM. Held once a year in New York City, the conference centers the voices of LGBTQ+ people of color, particularly trans women of color. The mood in the air was one of resilience. On […]
“Cosplay your way and have fun!”: Cosplayer Sharon Rose is Spreading a Body-Positive Message
Happy New York Comic Con! As native New Yorkers and out-of-towners alike gather at Javits Center for a weekend of geekery, we had a chance to chat with Sharon Rose, a professional cosplay model who has been featured on numerous geek culture media sites, including Geeks Are Sexy and Marvel.com. Sharon is a vocal advocate […]
What It’s Like to Have an Eating Disorder in the Food Industry
When I was 18, my life (I believed) was a complete failure. I had just dropped out of college, was “let go” from a job, had barely any friends left from high school, and really no direction as to where my life was going. After a month or so spent searching for a job, my […]
“Demeaning,” “Angering,” “Offensive”: NEDA Community Members Respond to Pro-Anorexia Sweatshirt Sold on Amazon
Eating disorders kill. Eating disorders are a public health crisis. Considered the deadliest mental illness, an estimated 30 million Americans suffer from an eating disorder at some point in their lives. Content note: Potentially triggering language and descriptions of eating disordered behaviors With this in mind, it would seem almost unbelievable that anyone would attempt […]
I Stopped Lying and Faced My Addictions—You Can, Too
As a person who struggled with an eating disorder and a co-occurring substance abuse problem, I spent nearly a decade lying. I lied about how much I was eating, I lied about how often I was eating, and I lied about what I was doing after I was eating. I lied about how much I […]
