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Holiday Celebrations & Food Disorders: 4 Helpful Reminders

Holidays are a challenge for those struggling with eating and food disorders. Here are a few tips to help you navigate.

In the Media | How College Independence is Causing Increases in Eating Disorders

Although a time of newfound independence and excitement, college can create the perfect storm for an eating disorder. The Renfrew Center’s, Dr. Melanie Smith explains risk factors and resources for students who are struggling.

Renfrew Alumni Stories: Carolyn R.

“The path to recovery was not easy by any means. It required consistent commitment, various modalities of therapy and levels of care, countless trial and tribulation.”

In the Media | Eating Disorders in Hispanic Communities

The Renfrew Center’s Corina Gomez, MS joins Todo Tampa Bay to discuss the complexities of eating disorders and their prevalence in Hispanic Communities. This interview is Spanish Speaking.

In the Media | How Can You Navigate Binge Eating Disorder and Relationships?

Binge Eating Disorder (BED) can make relationships complicated., given how important recovery is, but don’t rule out dating. Ashley Moser, LMFT joins the discussion and shares how to maintain BED recovery while dating.

In the Media | Trigger Warnings Are Everywhere, but Do They Actually Help Anyone?

Trigger warnings are all over the internet, warning readers that the content they’re about to encounter mentions topics they may find distressing. However, a new study suggests these warnings can be equally as distressing as the content itself. The Renfrew Center’s, Sam DeCaro, PsyD, joins the discussion.

The Gift of Self-Care: Recovery in the Holiday Season (Video)

This webinar will share how to craft a recovery plan for this season utilizing mindfulness, self-compassion, connection, communication, and self-care strategies.

In the Media | Eating Disorder Clinics are Helping Patients of Color Break Down Barriers

People of color are half as likely as white people to be diagnosed or receive treatment for an eating disorder. The Renfrew Center’s Paula Edwards-Gayfield shares what Renfrew is doing to make treatment more accessible and inclusive for BIPOC individuals. Renfrew alum, Aja P. discusses his recovery journey before and after Renfrew.

Eating Disorders in the Military: What You Need to Know

Serving in the military while struggling with an eating disorder can be a dangerous combination. Here’s what it means for active servicemembers & veterans.