Thank you for sharing your story and for covering the latest research on anorexia nervosa, Grace.

Grace Wade@gracewade.bsky.social · 4w ago

I'm proud to share my first cover story for @newscientist.com It explores how anorexia nervosa affects the brain. It's a deeply personal story: anorexia nearly killed me 13 years ago. While I made a full recovery, roughly a third of those affected never do, even with treatment (1/3)

Your body is so much more than what it looks like – it’s how you experience things that bring you joy. As summer approaches and the "beach body" chatter amps up, here are 5 therapist-backed ways to shift your perspective + find peace in your own skin: www.eatingdisordertherapist.ca/blog/how-to-...

How To Have a Better Summer Body (Image) — Lori Henry, eating disorder therapist

As summer approaches, we’re flooded with conversations about our bodies. It can be tough. I like to use this time to encourage people to instead strive for a better attitude towards their bodies. Here...

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Is Vancouver an especially lonely city? This thought-provoking and fascinating article explores my hometown.

John Zada@johnzada.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Why does Vancouver—one of Canada’s most beautiful and desirable cities—so often get described as lonely, aloof, or hard to make friends in? I’ve wondered about this for years. This essay is my attempt to understand what’s really at play. www.johnzada.com/blog/why-is-...

My latest article is out! It explores the role occupational therapy plays in eating disorder care, focusing on an occupation-centred psychotherapeutic intervention. Read it in OT Now, the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy's practice magazine, starting on page 32: buff.ly/25SHuNy

Occupational Therapy Now • April 2026

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One of the biggest transitions for any teen is the move from high school to university. If your daughter/son is also in recovery from an eating disorder, it can be scary to let them go. What if they aren’t ready? What if they relapse? Here is my advice: www.eatingdisordertherapist.ca/blog/eating-...

Eating Disorder Recovery: Is Your Daughter or Son Ready for University? — Lori Henry, eating disorder therapist

One of the biggest transitions for any teenager is the move from high school to college or university. If your daughter or son is also in recovery from an eating disorder, it can be frightening to let...

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Here are 4 things to avoid and 3 things to try to help model good eating and body image for your kids.

How to model good eating and body image habits for your kids

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A beautiful article and idea: "Trying to fix your self-image can trap you in the problem. The awe of nature truly heals by taking you outside of yourself" psyche.co/ideas/the-cu... in @psyche.co

Understanding ADHD less as a dysfunction and more as hypercuriosity and a mismatch between a hypercurious attentional style and an environment/context: this essay by @neuranne.bsky.social offers a helpful reframe on how to understand ADHD. aeon.co/essays/how-t... in @aeon.co

U.S. teens (13-19) who feel out of control with their eating might be eligible for a new study from Northwestern Medicine/Uni of Pittsburgh/CBITs. You'll get access to an app for 16 weeks + support from a coach (caregiver participation required): cbits.northwestern.edu/join-a-study...

I often hear this from parents who have teenagers with eating disorders: they try their best to say the right things when it comes to food, but their teen reacts with an angry outburst or won’t talk to them at all. Here is some guidance: www.eatingdisordertherapist.ca/blog/how-to-...

How to Talk to Your Daughter or Son if They Have an Eating Disorder: What to Say, What Not to Say — Lori Henry, eating disorder therapist

I often hear this from parents who have teenagers with eating disorders: they try their best to say the right things when it comes to food, but their teen reacts with an angry outburst or won’t talk t...

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“Clean eating” takes many forms, and it’s a message we see constantly on social media. But when does a focus on eating “healthy” shift into something more rigid or harmful? Join the National Eating Disorders Association for a free session on April 15: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: The "Clean Eating" Paradox: When Wellness Becomes Unhealthy. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) offers engaging education sessions around health and wellness topics. In this session, we will cover "clean eating." “Clean eating” takes many forms...

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There's a new early intervention program for eating disorders being piloted in Ontario’s Bruce Peninsula, based on FREED in the UK. Dr. Obeid at CHEO says the current system is like treating stage 4 cancer – we need to start earlier: ottawacitizen.com/news/youth-e...

Early intervention key to transforming lives of youth with eating disorders, CHEO researcher says

A new program out of CHEO aims to change dire treatment and recovery stats for eating disorders through early intervention.

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It’s #UniMentalHealthDay! Let’s get the nation talking about student mental health and create meaningful connections. Together we can connect to create change: https://bit.ly/4p0sxE4 🧡

Unfortunately, this is a common story. A huge thank you to Emily for telling her story and reminding health care providers that their language matters (a lot): inews.co.uk/opinion/nhs-...

The NHS said I wasn’t sick enough – so my eating disorder nearly killed me

I genuinely wanted to go into cardiac arrest so I would be taken seriously and this hell would stop

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For those in British Columbia who are navigating the changes to autism / disability funding that were just announced, here is a current and clear guide on what the changes mean for you: funding.edifylearns.ca

BC Disability Funding Changes 2026–2027 | Funding Pathway Navigator

Plain-language guide to BC's new CYSN programs replacing Autism Funding. Understand the Disability Benefit, Disability Supplement, and how to apply for the DTC.

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"Occupational therapists need to be seen as essential across the whole continuum of care, with embedded roles in primary care and community mental health hubs, youth and family services, schools, housing and recovery programs and justice transitions." – Irving Gold www.healthing.ca/addiction/my...

Opinion: My addictions were my symptoms, not my problems

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When I talk to people about the work I do (provide eating disorder therapy), I often hear, "So when someone is really skinny/fat?" Well, no. Weight change is a common symptom of an eating disorder but it doesn't nearly tell the whole story... www.eatingdisordertherapist.ca/blog/eating-... #EDAW2026

Eating Disorders Are Not About What You Look Like — Lori Henry, eating disorder therapist

When I talk to people about the work I do (provide therapy for those with eating disorders or who struggle with disordered eating), I often hear, "Oh, so when someone is really skinny or really fat?" ...

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For caregivers who have a loved one struggling with mental health, Sashbear is an invaluable resource. They offer free webinars (incl. ones on eating disorders, borderline personality disorder, emotion dysregulation and suicide) & a group program for family members: www.youtube.com/@TheSashbear...

The Sashbear Foundation

Welcome to the Sashbear Foundation YouTube channel! We’re dedicated to raising awareness about mental health, emotion dysregulation, and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) in memory of those we've ...

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For parents who have a young adult thinking about college/university, who is also recovering from an eating disorder, you're likely wondering if they're ready. Dr. Lauren Muhlheim from Eating Disorder Therapy LA can help you navigate. February webinar: www.eatingdisordertherapyla.com/is-your-youn...

Is Your Young Adult with an Eating Disorder Ready for College?

College readiness--Deciding whether to send your student with an eating disorder to college is a tough decision. Take the original checklist.

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More Hope in 2026 - Nine writers share how they increased their sense of hope. Short essays about strength from nature – reducing doom scrolling – inspiring children to make change – and maintaining hope during illness. See: menderist.com #HappyNewYear2026

A resource for eating disorders in East and Southeast Asian communities, developed by @thenedic.bsky.social: nedic.ca/bipoc/east-a...

Our colleagues at Yeshiva University are working to create a digital treatment for adults with avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). If you are interested and think you might qualify for this study, you can connect with them at the link below! yeshiva.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

An intro to eating disorders (online and free): debunking common myths. Attendees will learn how to recognize symptoms of disordered eating in themselves and others, and how to find support. Presented by @camhnews.bsky.social: www.eventbrite.ca/e/an-introdu...

An introduction to Eating Disorders and providing support

Steve will debunk common myths about eating disorders and attendees will learn how to recognize symptoms of disordered eating.

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OpenAI has said they'll be developing a network of licensed professionals to refer users to. They want to intervene earlier when they identify those who are struggling with their mental health. I wonder how they will choose these therapists? And will users trust the referrals? Interesting...

OpenAI Augmenting ChatGPT With An Online Network Of Human Therapists Will Skyrocket The Need For Mental Health Professionals

OpenAI indicated they are exploring establishing an online network of therapists that ChatGPT would route users to as needed. This is big news. It's an AI Insider scoop.

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Doing interoceptive work with my clients has been rewarding, especially for those who've been through previous therapy and tell me they've "tried everything and nothing works." It also gets them out of their heads, where they can spend a lot of time... Thanks for the article, Dr. Sabina Khan.

“Thinspiration 2.0”: harmful social media content is slipping back into feeds and fueling rising eating disorder rates: www.bodyandsoul.com.au/health/menta...

Latina women aged 18–40 living in Latin America: Mónica Peralta is conducting a survey on eating behaviors, body image, and weight-related experiences. The goal is to amplify voices from the region, which continue to be underrepresented in ED research: nyu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5btWjslSmfHSI50

Occupational therapists: Are you interested in learning more about the feeding + eating disorder ARFID (avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder)? I'm presenting an introductory-level webinar in December! You can register through the Canadian Ass. of OT: caot.ca/client/event... #OccupationalTherapy

Participate in a PAID study with the EAT Laboratory and participate in a digital, self-guided disordered eating intervention! Email selfguidedhope@louisville.edu for more information! For questions about this study please contact P.I. Dr. Cheri A. Levinson at: cheri.levinson@louisville.edu