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The Psychological Impact of an Eating Disorder

Discover the emotional factors behind eating disorders and why addressing them is key to lasting recovery.

5 Common Stereotypes About Anorexia Nervosa and Why They’re Wrong

Anorexia nervosa is often misunderstood. This blog breaks down five harmful stereotypes to reveal the truth.

Breaking Barriers: A Professional’s Role in Eating Disorder Awareness for BIPOC Communities

BIPOC communities face high eating disorder rates yet struggle with diagnosis and care. Learn how professionals can drive awareness and equity.

Ozempic, Weight Loss, and Eating Disorders: What You Need to Know

As GLP-1 medications like Ozempic gain popularity for weight loss, experts warn of their risks for eating disorders. Learn how these drugs may interfere with recovery, trigger disordered behaviors, and impact long-term health.

“They Don’t Look Like They Have an Eating Disorder”

Discover why eating disorders can’t be identified by appearance alone and how myths and stigma impact recognition, treatment, and support.

Renfrew’s 2025 Eating Disorders Awareness Week Campaign: Our Bodies. Our Truths.

The Renfrew Center is proud to join other eating disorder organizations throughout the country to celebrate Eating Disorders Awareness Week, held February 24 – March 2, 2025.

Finding Peace with Your Post-Recovery Body

Discover how to find peace with your post-recovery body through self-compassion and mindset shifts. Explore tools for managing unwanted thoughts and navigating physical changes in a world filled with body image pressures.

Art as Healing: The Role of Expressive Arts Therapy in Eating Disorder Recovery

Discover how expressive arts therapy supports eating disorder recovery by fostering courage, mindfulness, and embracing imperfection.

What is Body Checking? Body Dysmorphia Signs

Body checking refers to the repeated examination or evaluation of one’s appearance and is a noted symptom of body dysmorphia. Here’s what you need to know about it.