Body Image
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Disordered eating vs. eating disorders
April 23, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
Disordered eating behaviors can lead to eating disorders, but they’re not the same thing. Find out how they're connected and how to seek treatment.
Feeling bad about feeling bad about your body
January 5, 2024 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Judith Matz, LCSW
Diet culture has changed, but it’s still here—and now body positivity has entered the chat. If you feel stuck in the middle, the right therapist can help.
How to talk with your kids about bodies and weight
October 9, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Rebecca Puhl, PhD
Finding healthy ways to talk about our bodies can be complicated. If you’re not sure where to start with your kids, try these tips from Rebecca Puhl, PhD.
How bariatric surgery can affect your mental health
September 15, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Fatema Jivanjee-Shakir, LMSW
If you’re considering weight-loss surgery, eating disorder expert Fatema Jivanjee-Shakir has guidance on how to protect your mental health before and after.
Body dysmorphia: Signs, symptoms, and treatment
September 8, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team
People with body dysmorphia are fixated on their perceived physical flaws. Learn more about this condition, what it looks like, and how to treat it.
3 misconceptions about body positivity
August 31, 2023 | Published by PESI Inc.
Judith Matz, LCSW, shares three common misconceptions about body positivity to consider as you move toward accepting and loving yourself.
10 body-positive affirmations for the new year
July 12, 2023 | Published by PESI Inc.
To help your clients heal body shame and cultivate body positivity, try sharing these affirmations.
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