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NEDA’s blog consists of experiences of individuals impacted by eating disorders and information from clinicians as well as researchers. Whether you’re interested in reading lived experiences, ways to advocate, or learn about the latest developments in the eating disorders field – NEDA’s blog encompasses the importance of shared knowledge within the community.
The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) announced today the recipients of its latest round of Feeding Hope Fund grants, awarding a total of $225,000 to researchers dedicated to advancing eating...
When I was growing up, I had no idea what an eating disorder was. My family didn’t either. Me and my family were extremely focused on school, holidays, and everyday...
I have no doubt about the connections between the need for International Women’s Day and for NEDA. Over time, IWD has gradually increased the opportunities for women, thereby leveling the...
Have you ever felt like the world around you was shaping how you saw yourself? For many of us, these influences go unnoticed until they start impacting our well-being. Eating...
What happens when the drive to succeed as an athlete turns into something harmful? Soccer has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I...
When I first became sick with my eating disorder, I was 11 years old. I didn’t choose to get sick because eating disorders are never a choice, but it was...
I’ve been struggling with these thoughts for years, never fully connecting any of them to something dangerous until I started noticing changes in my appearance in my early 20s. Even...
Speaking with my peers in the Black community, we all came to the same conclusion – One of the main challenges with being in a Black body was living up...
Have you ever pushed your body to the limit, only to feel it push back? Like many athletes, I spent years believing that relentless training and strict dieting were the...
