Summer 2022

Summer 2022 Newsletter

Our Summer 2022 Friends and Family Newsletter shows our recent triumphs and collaborations as well as our wonderful donors. Read more about these and other stories by clicking here. Never miss a moment! You can subscribe to our seasonal newsletter by clicking here.

Stanford Research Study for Parents of Teens with Eating Disorders

Parents who have an adolescent (age 12-17 years) with a diagnosis of Anorexia Nervosa (AN) are invited to participate in an online multifamily Guided Self-Help Family-Based Treatment group through Stanford University’s Eating Disorder Program! By participating in this study, parents receive online Guided Parental Self-Help FBT through a video platform and attend a multifamily parent…

New Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Resources on SAMHSA

In partnership with the Department of Labor, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has developed new, free informational resources that inform Americans of their rights under law on coverage for mental health benefits. These resources include titles like “Understanding Parity: A Guide to Resources for Families and Caregivers”. To learn more about these…

Gurze: What Does “I Feel Fat” Really Mean?

This article explores the meaning and hidden, unresolved issues behind the thought “I feel fat.” Read the full article 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…

Spring 2022 Newsletter

Spring 2022 Newsletter

Our Spring 2022 Newsletter showcases our appreciation for all of the wonderful volunteers who dedicate their time and energy towards the EDRC mission. We’ve also moved recently and have new members of our Board of Directors joining us as well. Read more about these and other stories by clicking here. Never miss a moment! You…

Be Nourished: Rethinking Food Addiction

In this article, Mikalina Kirkpatrick, Hilary Kinavey, and Dana Sturtevant discuss the addictive model and their thoughts on the concept of food addiction. Read the full article 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…

Resolution Revolution for the New Year!

Our clients and advocates are amazing and we want to kick off the new year with some words from one of our clients named Karyn. Her story is inspiring and shows how a recovery mindset can be truly life-changing. Without further ado, here is a reflective essay she sent to us titled Resolution Revolution for…