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07/26/2025

Did you know that social media often shows us “perfect” images that are filtered, edited, and curated? That’s shaping how kids view their own bodies and self‑worth. Experts explain how online comparison can lead to lower self-esteem, anxiety, and a distorted self-image.

Here’s how parents, caregivers, and communities can help:

- Talk openly about what kids see online. Encourage critical thinking around filters, trends, and influencers.
- Promote balance. Swap screen time for real-world activities, face-to-face connection, and hobbies.
- Celebrate authenticity. Follow diverse, unfiltered voices on social media and affirm real, everyday bodies.

Together, we can support a safer, healthier online experience that empowers our youth to feel confident in who they are.

Ever since social media burst on the scene in the early 2000s, parents and health experts have worried about the potential impact on kids, particularly those in their early teens.

07/25/2025

Take a moment to reflect upon what it takes for you to build connection in recovery. Maybe it's a friend who checks in, a community group, or a quiet moment of self-compassion. Whatever it may be, we encourage you to reflect on the people, places, and practices that support your recovery journey and build your bridge to connection.

Find your bridge at EDCare: eatingdisorder.care

07/24/2025

Athlete EDGE at EDCare is excited to co-host an upcoming continuing education event with on Thursday, August 7 at 5pm MT.

Mental health professionals will learn how to assess an athlete’s readiness to safely return to sport after experiencing an eating disorder using Safe Exercise at Every Stage: Athlete (SEES-A).

Kate Daley, MA, LPCC, RDN, from Athlete EDGE at EDCare will walk through:

- Tailoring return-to-sport plans based on recovery stage
- Supporting athletes through collaborative care
- Involving coaches, treatment teams, and support systems for long-term success
- And so much more!

Don’t miss this important conversation on safe, informed reintegration into sport. Register online: https://SEES.eventbrite.com

07/23/2025

Our song of the month is a reminder that healing happens in connection. We aren't meant to do this alone.

Who reminds you that you're not alone in this journey? And who might need that reminder from you?

EDCare offers connection-centered, compassionate support for eating disorder recovery. Learn more at eatingdisorder.care.

07/22/2025

Access to timely, evidence-based treatment is essential for recovery, yet many individuals face barriers due to financial constraints. That is why EDCare Denver is proud to be in-network with Colorado Medicaid across all levels of care, including both our adult and adolescent programs. We are also the only adult Residential eating disorder treatment program in Colorado that accepts Medicaid, making life-saving care more accessible to those who need it most!

Learn more about EDCare online and schedule your free confidential assessment today: https://eatingdisorder.care/free-assessment/

07/21/2025

Your story holds strength. Your identity holds power. Taking time to name your strengths, especially in a world that hasn’t always affirmed you, is an act of healing and self-love. When you recognize what makes you resilient, compassionate, creative, or brave, you build a deeper connection with yourself. You reclaim the narrative.

This month, we honor the authenticity of who you are, not in spite of your struggles, but including them. What strength has carried you through?

Need support? offers free, confidential assessments. Learn more at www.eatingdisorder.care.

07/20/2025

Recovery from an eating disorder isn’t meant to be walked alone. Community plays a vital role, whether through family, peers, or a supportive care team. In our blog post, we explore how connection reduces shame, strengthens resilience, and supports long-term healing. EDCare is committed to helping individuals feel seen, understood, and supported on their journey to recovery.

Eating disorders thrive in isolation, but true recovery happens through connection. Discover how our team of professionals can help.

07/19/2025

Stereotypes about eating disorders can lead to missed or delayed diagnoses in BIPOC communities. Cultural stigma, provider bias, and lack of representation in research have contributed to significant disparities in diagnosis and access to treatment.

The truth...eating disorders impact people of all races, ethnicities, and cultures. We believe you deserve care that sees all of you and doesn’t rely on harmful stereotypes. https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/eating-disorders-in-bipoc-communities

Psychiatric Times sat down with Erikka D. Taylor, MD, MPH, DFAACAP, of Project HEAL to discuss the unique challenges associated with treatment of eating disorders in this patient population.

07/18/2025

You deserve relationships that fulfil you. This isn't just any connection, but ones rooted in trust, safety, and mutual care. You are worthy of relationships that honor your whole self. Say it with us: I deserve fulfilling relationships.

Explore care options at eatingdisorder.care

07/17/2025

Exciting news for Missouri residents!

Accessing specialized eating disorder treatment just got easier. EDCare’s Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for adults ages 18 and older is now available to those living in Missouri!

Our virtual IOP is designed to meet you where you are - offering flexible, comprehensive support for recovery without needing to leave your home. Whether you're in need of additional support or stepping down from a higher level of care, our expert team provides evidence-based, compassionate care tailored to your needs.

Learn more about our virtual program: https://eatingdisorder.care/programs/viop-eating-disorder-programs-edcare/

07/16/2025

BIPOC individuals are disproportionately diagnosed with certain mental illnesses, often because of systemic bias in diagnostic practices, unequal access to care, and cultural misunderstandings. Healing and recovery requires not only personal care but institutional change. Everyone deserve to be understood, affirmed, and supported in their unique recovery journey.

EDCare offers inclusive, identity-affirming support. Explore more at www.eatingdisorder.care