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In the Media | The Most Common Eating Disorder You’ve Never Heard Of

Binge eating disorder affects more than three million Americans. The Renfrew Center’s, Dr. Sam DeCaro joins experts to discuss how this disorder manifests and what can be done to help. Renfrew alum, Susie Denby, shares her recovery story.

In the Media | The Renfrew Center Focuses on Helping those Struggling with Eating Disorders

College is a time of transition and newfound independence. As many students are tasked with new responsibilities, they are also faced with the stress and anxiety that can arise. Jaclynn Cosan Wise, PsyD, joins Talk Pittsburgh to explain why college students are at a higher risk for eating disorders and how they can seek help if they find themselves struggling.

In the Media | ‘Barbie’ has Popularized a Botox Procedure, and it’s Not for your Face

“Barbie Botox” has seen a surge in interest on TikTok since the release of Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie”. Despite the movie’s empowering message, Barbie was never known to be a body image hero. Dr. Sam DeCaro, PsyD, explains why Barbie may continue to have negative effects on body image despite the movie’s good intentions.

In the Media | Hi Barbie!

Did the Barbie movie succeed in expanding body representation or did it fall short? Kristin Szostak, MA, LPC, joins WORT-FM to discuss.

In the Media | WGNS Focuses on Eating Disorders

The Renfrew Center’s Emily Maguire, LMSW, joins WGNS Radio to discuss eating disorders, signs and symptoms and what you can do to help your loved one.

In the Media | How “Barbie” is Embracing Body Positivity

The Renfrew Center’s Heather Maio, PsyD, CEDS-S, joins Bloom TV to talk about how the new Barbie movie is changing Barbie’s image and helping children embrace their authentic selves.

In the Media | Renfrew Center offers resources to combat barriers facing minorities over eating disorders

The Renfrew Center’s Paula Edwards-Gayfield, LCMHCS, LPC, CEDS-S, discusses the importance of Minority Mental Health Month and what The Renfrew Center is doing to better support BIPOC individuals through eating disorder treatment.

In the Media | Is the new Barbie Movie Affecting Body Image Perspectives? Expert Weighs In.

The Renfrew Center’s Kristin Szostak, MA, LPC, discusses the new Barbie movie and how it may change Barbie’s impact on body image.

In the Media | What to do if TikTok’s Viral ‘Aged Filter’ Makes You Feel Bad about Aging

As a new filter raises powerful fears among TikTok users, many clinicians discuss how the aging filter is more harmful to body image than those that create a poreless and “perfect” effect. Sam DeCaro, PsyD, joins clinicians to discuss why this filter is raising concerns about body image and how to stop the harmful narrative around aging.