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Research shows eating disorders, thoughts of self-harm and suicide attempts are higher among LGBTQ+-identified individuals.
The Renfrew Center of Boston’s Roni Levy, LMHC, explains this community endures certain types of stressors that heterosexual and cisgender individuals typically do not. Those with intersectional identities tend to be at higher risk of struggling with an eating disorder, as well.
The Renfrew Unified Treatment for Eating Disorders and Comorbidity
This treatment guide provides a flexible approach to addressing typical co-occurring emotional and behavioral problems
In the Media | Pregnancy: The Eating Disorder Trigger that No One Talks About
Dr. Samantha DeCaro, PsyD, the Assistant Clinical Director at The Renfrew Center of Philadelphia recently appeared on the Dark Side of the Full Moon podcast.
In the Media | Therapy for Black Girls Podcast: Some Thoughts On Body Image
Renfrew’s Paula Edwards-Gayfield, MA, LPCS, LPC, NCC, CEDS-S, discusses body perceptions, nutrition and shares her favorite resources.