Conversation 27 - Hiding in Plain Sight: Diet Culture, Shame & Disordered Eating

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Dr. Jillian Lampert (she/her), a distinguished expert with over 30 years dedicated to understanding and treating eating disorders, joins us to shed light on her inspiring journey and profound insights. This episode explores the intricate landscape of eating disorders, focusing on the pervasive effects of diet culture, the impact of social media on body image, and the need for increased awareness among counselors. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing disordered eating behaviors across diverse demographics and urges professionals to ask the right questions to uncover these hidden struggles.

• Understanding the pervasive influence of diet culture  
• The impact of social media on body image perceptions  
• Recognizing emotional and psychological consequences of eating disorders  
• Overlooked demographics affected by eating issues  
• Importance of counseling in destigmatizing eating disorders  
• Resources for individuals and families facing eating disorders  
• The role of counselors in challenging harmful narratives surrounding food  
• Encouragement for open conversations about eating disorders and recovery

Mentioned Resources:

Jillian Lampert: https://emilyprogram.com/about-us/leadership-team/jillian-lampert/

National Alliance for Eating Disorders: https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/groups/

FEAST: https://feast-ed.org/

Peace Meal Podcast: https://emilyprogram.com/peace-meal-podcast/

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Created by the OCA's Media, Public Relations, and Membership (MPRM) Committee & its Podcast Subcommittee

·Hosted by Marisa Cargill

·Pre-Production & Coordination by Marisa Cargill,  Kendra Thornton, and Victoria Frazier

·Editing by Leah Wood

·Original music selections by Elijah Satoru Wood

·Closing song: Accretion Discotheque by Who AD