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Residential COVID-19 Prevention Efforts (Philadelphia – Spring Lane & Coconut Creek, FL)

It is clear to us that the coronavirus is a constantly evolving public health threat and is of major concern to most Americans. The Renfrew Center is committed to taking any and all steps to protect its patients and staff from contracting this illness.

In the Media | For Those with Eating Disorders, Ozempic can be a Triggering Nightmare

As weight loss drugs become more popular, individuals in eating disorder recovery face emotionally triggering messages that can lead to relapse. Ashley Moser, LMFT, CEDS, joins other ED experts to provide ways to protect yourself and your recovery.

In the Media | What Specific Effects can Eating Disorders Have on your Health?

Many people who struggle with eating disorders also lose the ability to function in their daily lives, which negatively affects their interpersonal relationships and impedes occupational capabilities. Dr. Henry Cheng from The Renfrew Center of NY shares some medical risks of eating disorders you may not know about.

In the Media | Experts Warn Diabetes Drug used for Weight Loss Impacting People with Eating Eating Disorder

Though prescribed for diabetes management, Ozempic has recently made headlines for another cause- weight loss. Erin Birely, LCPC, warns against the consequences of diet culture and discusses its impacts to the eating disorder recovery community.

In the Media | Eating Disorders: Signs, Symptoms, Social Media, & Support Systems

Though nearly 10% of Americans struggle with eating disorders, many suffer in silence. Join Renfrew Therapist, Rebecca Gonley, MHC-LP and alum, Lauren Larkin, LMHC, as they discuss the importance of breaking the silence and finding help.

In the Media | Actually, It’s None of Your Business Why Someone has Gained Weight

For many people living with chronic illnesses, dealing with the side effects of medication can be difficult, especially when one of those side effects is weight gain. Holly Willis, NP, of The Renfrew Center of Atlanta discuss ways to look beyond the physical and see your body is worthy of healing.

In the Media | Ramapo engages in discussion of Eating Disorders Awareness Week

In recognition of EDAW, Ramapo College and The Renfrew Center hosted a discussion that dove into social media’s effects on body image and ways to practice self-acceptance in the face of diet culture.

In the Media | Eating disorders: Recognition, awareness and treatment

Eating Disorders are not uncommon, but they are often invisible. Primary therapist at the Renfrew Center of Baltimore, Yosan Gebre-Ab and Renfrew Alum, Lola Morales, share ways to identify if you or someone you know is struggling and resources for finding help.

In the Media | National Eating Disorders Awareness Week

Eating Disorders Awareness Week is an international awareness event fighting the myths and stigmas that surround all eating disorders. Join Laurie Wollman, LCPC, BC-TMH, as she discusses the importance of eating disorders awareness and resources to find help.