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What Is Body Dysmorphia? Signs, Symptoms & Getting Help

Body dysmorphia is characterized by a distorted or negative body image, and the obsessive thoughts and behaviors that go along with it. Here’s what you need to know.

I Think My Partner Has an Eating Disorder: What Should I Do?

Approaching a partner or loved one who exhibits symptoms of an eating disorder is a delicate task. Here’s how to do it effectively.

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

Join host, Sadie Sutton, and Dr. Sam DeCaro as they discuss common risk factors and warning signs that someone may be developing an eating disorder. Join the conversation as they dispute myths, delve into social media’s impact on body image, and provide resources to turn to for help.

Black History Month: The Best Mental Health Learning Resources [Updated for 2024]

Black History Month is a time to re-engage and re-embrace the experience of black Americans – especially through the lens of mental health.

Anorexia Treatment: What’s Involved & How Long Does It Take?

Anorexia treatment is a non-linear path that is different for everyone who walks it. Here’s what to expect.

In the Media | Wellness Experts Share how to Ditch Diet Culture and Embrace your Body in 2023

Paula Edwards-Gayfield, LCMHCS, LPC, CEDS-S, joins Essence to reflect on ways sociocultural factors influence our body image and how we can learn to accept our bodies without trying to change them.

In the Media | Many Seeking Treatment for Eating Disorder may have OSFED

OSFED is the most common of all eating disorders and affects individuals of all ages, races and genders. Join Laurie Wollman, LCPC, as she shares what OSFED is and how to find help.

In the Media | A Closer Look at What’s Behind Eating Disorders

An adversarial relationship with food is often driven by psychological factors and trauma. Henry Cheng, MD joins the conversations with other field experts to discuss the risks, causes and triggers of eating disorders.

What Are the Stages of Eating Disorder Recovery? (& How to Navigate Each One)

Eating disorder recovery involves multiple stages of transition. We look at what to expect at each one.