As the pandemic continues to create a severe strain on medical systems nation-wide, eating disorder cases have also unfortunately seen a sharp increase. This is particularly true among the teenage population whose social isolation and added reliance on electronic screens have created an environment where all types of eating disorders may thrive.
KQED recently published a podcast as part of its Forum series where Dr. Jason Nagata, assistant professor of pediatrics at San Francisco’s Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, and Dr. Samantha DeCaro, the Director of Clinical Outreach and Education at the Renfrew Center, join host Alexis Madrigal in a discussion about the current state of treatment availability, answer listener questions, and more. You can listen to the podcast here.
If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, you can learn more about various care options here. EDRC provides support groups and maintains a comprehensive directory of specialized treatment providers in the Bay Area. You can also support EDRC’s mission further by making a tax deductible donation.
