The Eating Disorder Diaries
If you're struggling with an eating disorder or mental health in general, The Eating Disorder Diaries is here to let you know that you're not alone and there are ways to find recovery. Meet Amy, the host who talks about her 15+ year struggle with bulimia, her experience with eating disorder recovery, and interviews others along the way who have been a part of her journey or had their own experience with an eating disorder. By hearing the stories of those in recovery and learning what's allowed them to heal, we can kick start or further continue on our own healing process and lead a fulfilling life knowing that we are not alone, there's a supportive community out there that can relate to you in what you feel are your darkest moments, and know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Without further ado, welcome to The Eating Disorder Diaries.
The Eating Disorder Diaries
Entry 6: Eating Disorder Support Groups, Community & Connection ft. The Eating Disorder Foundation
In Entry 6 of The Eating Disorder Diaries, Amy sits down with Lydia Rhino and Sabrina Scanga, two Program Directors at The Eating Disorder Foundation (EDF), a non-profit organization that started with a single support group devoted to the families and friends of those suffering from eating disorders. In the 20 years since it's been established, EDF has evolved into much more than a single support group. Amy attends a weekly eating disorder support group at EDF, and it quickly became a major lifeline and tool for her in her recovery journey.
Lydia and Sabrina talk about all of the services EDF offers and they discuss the structure of support groups for those who don’t know what to expect, both in-person and virtual (their virtual groups are available for anyone in the world to attend!). They also highlight the bills they are working to pass in Colorado to change the outdated practices we currently have with eating disorder treatment.
In a nutshell...eating disorder support groups can absolutely change your life and are available for anyone, anywhere!
You can follow the podcast on Instagram @theeatingdisorderdiaries
If you want someone to talk to or are interested in collaborating, email Amy at theeatingdisorderdiaries@gmail.com.
If you want to learn more about The Eating Disorder Foundation and their services offered (including worldwide virtual support groups), visit https://eatingdisorderfoundation.org/.
Sabrina and Lydia's recommendations:
- Help fight eating disorders in underrepresented communities with FEDUP.
- Find access to resources and opportunities to heal from your ED with Project HEAL.
- Work out and wiggle your booty with Sabrina and The Fitness Marshall.
Follow along with the status of the bills EDF is working to pass in Colorado:
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