A small study involving two people demonstrated that deep brain stimulation, normally a treatment for Parkinson’s disease, diminishes urges to binge eat. 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…
DetailsMany larger-bodied people are also starving themselves but not receiving appropriate, timely diagnoses. Sharon Maxwell shares her story as someone recovering from atypical anorexia, having suffered from disordered eating for 19 years. Read the full article here. If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, you can learn more about various…
DetailsOur Fall 2022 Family and Friends Newsletter features our collective gratitude for our supporters, donors, and volunteers. In this edition, we showcase our 2022 Be-You-tiful, Be Free Multimedia Contest winners, our new Program Manager and other highlights from the season. Read more about these and other stories by clicking here. Never miss a moment! You…
DetailsThe Eating Disorders Resource Center (EDRC) is delighted to announce that the 14th annual Be-You-Tiful, Be Free Writing Contest is officially accepting submissions! The Bay Area’s students in grades 6 through 12 are encouraged to submit a poem or essay on a subject linked to mental health, self-acceptance, or social media. The EDRC’s primary objective…
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