Supporting a Sibling with an Eating Disorder—What I Learned
Being a brother or sister to someone struggling with an eating disorder can be confusing, painful, upsetting and very difficult at times… So much so that I ended up seeking therapy for myself to try and deal with my feelings and understand a lot of the emotions I had tried to suppress when trying to […]
A Guide To Help You Support Your Loved One in Eating Disorder Recovery
When someone you love struggles with disordered eating, you can feel desperate to fix the situation and make things better. As not eating seems a fundamental wrong against living and being human. You might simultaneously feel scared, angry and confused, as you observe your loved one behaving strangely around food. ‘Why can’t you just eat […]
How to Help Someone That Doesn’t Want To Be Helped
Have you ever found yourself wanting to help someone, only to be met with resistance? It can be frustrating and confusing when you see someone struggling but they refuse to accept your help. But before you get discouraged, it’s essential to understand why they might be hesitant and how you can approach the situation with […]