Exploring Best Practices in the Treatment of Severe and Enduring Anorexia Nervosa: A Pilot Study

Studies show that despite receiving treatment, a sizable group of patients with anorexia nervosa continue to experience symptoms for a prolonged period of time. Some develop what is called severe and enduring anorexia nervosa (SE-AN). Common identifiers of SE-AN include long duration of illness, typically seven years or more, and a history of unsuccessful response…

Covid-19

COVID-19 Effects on Eating Disorders

The COVID-19 pandemic continues set new records in both cases and deaths here in California and across the nation. While it is commonly seen as a respiratory illness, COVID-19 also produces unwanted side effects in mental health communities as well. Kerrie Leonard, a PhD student in Developmental Science, Human Development, and Family Science at North…

Guido Frank at UColorado

Advancing Neuroscience In Eating Disorders Research

Eating disorders are serious physical and mental health conditions that can have life-threatening consequences for the people who suffer from them. The causes of eating disorders are complex and can result from a combination of genetic, societal, interpersonal, and psychological factors. Over recent years in the field of eating disorders research, scientists, doctors, and researchers…

The Value of Research

Looking back at the year, we know it’s been full of challenges and obstacles. However, here at the EDRC, we have also had the opportunity to reflect on how powerful research can be and give thanks for what it offers to the eating disorder community. Our Executive Director and Founder, Janice Bremis, gives an impassioned…

Get Help or Give Help!

This program is fully managed and coordinated by the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD). EDRC endorses, but has no control over this program. Our partner, ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders), now offers mentorship programs. Whether you are looking to get help for an eating disorder or give help to…