Disordered eating is often unrecognised, underdiagnosed and untreated within minority groups. Stereotypes play a great role in this. I share my thoughts and a little campaign to engage and dismantle in the clip below.
Mental Health can not be overemphasised and Black Mental Health should not be left behind. #blackmentalhealth #eatingdisorders #bhm
“At any given time, an estimated 840,000 to 1,750,000 people in Canada have symptoms sufficient for an eating disorder diagnosis.”NEDIC
Here is a short Canada Today article in which I share my thoughts:
Stereotypes about eating disorders need to be challenged: social workers
If you or anyone you know is questioning their relationship with food, please reach out!
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