Eating Disorders

Dr. Reedy opens the discussion with a summary of the book "Making Peace with your Plate" by Robyn Cruze and Espra Andrus. The conversation then expands into the "3 Tier Approach"™, the authors' organizational approach to educate, manage and then practice Recovery from Eating Disorder. Unlike other addictive issues, individuals with eating disorders can't get away from food. Body image refers to a person's perception of his or her body which can be dramatically different from reality. Body Image is not typically about the body but the underlying issues and insecurities. It is crucial to treat those primary issues and not just the symptoms. It becomes important to challenge these individuals and resist treating them like they are fragile.