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In the Media | My New Year’s Resolution? Ignoring Every Weight Loss Ad

January is meant to be a fresh start, but the month always looks the same: a 31-day-long barrage of New Year’s weight loss ads falsely promising a “new you.” Dr. Sam DeCaro, PsyD explains how these messages cause more harm than good and ways to break the cycle.

Renfrew’s 2023 Eating Disorders Awareness Week Campaign: We’ve Got The Power

The Renfrew Center is proud to join other eating disorder organizations throughout the country to celebrate Eating Disorders Awareness Week, held February 27 – March 5, 2023.

In the Media | Holiday Triggers and How to Cope

Holidays can be especially difficult for those who struggle with eating disorders-which is millions of Americans. Laurie Wollman, LCPC, discusses how those with eating disorders and their loved ones, can navigate the holiday season.

In the Media | Eating Disorders and Hanukkah: Finding Light in the Darkness

Like all Jewish holidays, there is a strong focus on food, such as sufganiyot and latkes during Hanukkah. This festive part of the holiday can be highly triggering to those with eating disorders. Sarah Bateman, LCSW shares tips on ways to find hope in the symbolism of Jewish rituals.

In the Media | The Best Holiday Gift? Keeping Your Mouth Shut About My Body

The holiday season often means family and friends get free rein to critique our bodies, weight, and lifestyle choices. Dr. Sam DeCaro, PsyD discusses the impact of these comments and ways to redirect or shut them down altogether.

In the Media | Promoting ‘Heroin Chic’ Bodies as a Trend Endangers Mental and Physical Health

The declaration that ‘heroin chic’ bodies are back in style has reignited discussion of bodies being deemed trends. Dr. Sam DeCaro discusses how these messages can be especially harmful to those struggling with eating disorders.

In the Media | How to Deal With a Partner Who Body Shames You

Body Shaming is defined as any comment that implies that your body needs to be “fixed.” Dr. Sam DeCaro, Psy.D discusses how body shaming can be a form of emotional abuse and the dangers of these comments.

In the Media | How to Avoid Body Shaming During a Day of Feasting on Thanksgiving

Dr. Erin Wentroble, PsyD, Site Director of the Renfrew Center of Pittsburgh, provides insight on surviving the holidays and  advises how to avoid triggering conversations based around food.

In the Media | For the Last Time: Body Types Are Not Trends

Dr. Sam DeCaro, PsyD, discusses the dangers of treating bodies as commodities and how to reject the concept of trending body types.