National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)

Despite messages we receive from diet culture, especially this time of year, true self-care is not weight loss. I do not need to be skinny to enjoy my life. I do not need to be perfect to love and accept myself. Self-care is not weight loss. In fact, trying to lose weight was harmful to my health and wellbeing. Kamie shares her realizations about the true meaning of #selfcare with Scary Mommy, here: ... https://www.scarymommy.com/true-self-care-not-weight-loss/ See more

We love this graphic from Kelly Bastow. 2020 has been tough, to say the least, and we’re proud of everyone for making it through. Here’s to a bright and hopeful 2021!

Eating disorder diagnoses in boys are often delayed because of misperceptions about who is at most risk, the American Academy of Pediatrics advises in a new report. Read more in the PhillyVoice https://www.phillyvoice.com/boys-eating-disorders-signs-tr/

When it comes to navigating romantic relationships while struggling with an eating disorder, communication is key! While stressors like dating can present a unique set of challenges, a supportive partner can also play a crucial role in someone’s road to recovery. NEDA's Chelsea Kronengold spoke with Elite Daily about how to maintain a healthy relationship if you have an eating disorder. Are there any tips that have been beneficial for you and/or your partner? Let us kno...w in the comments section! https://www.elitedaily.com/p/how-to-maintain-a-healthy-rela See more

Do you have some down time this week as the new year approaches? Consider watching our *free* Fall 2020 #NEDAcon sessionsavailable until January 15th! Learn more and register today: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/nedacon

On behalf of all of us at NEDA, our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Yocheved Gourarie. May her memory be a blessing to all those she knew. "Yocheved was very dear to me. She was kind and always helped others in need. She was such a special member of our community - always wanting to give everything she had and more, and putting others before herself. I am so saddened by her passing". - Jessica Hickman, Director of Community Engagement at NEDA. ...If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, you can get help by contacting the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)'. If you need support for your eating disorders, contact the National Eating Disorders Helpline at 1-800-931-2237. See more