September 2022
Interrupting new eating disorder behaviours
EDV's Carer Coaching team explain why being alert to new signs or eating disorder behaviours in your loved one, especially as they move through the different stages of recovery, is so important.
Read moreAugust 2022
Pleasant activity scheduling in recovery
Telehealth Counsellor Rosie explains why creating space for feel good activities can not only help lift your mood and energy levels, and reduce stress and anxiety, but can also help you explore who you are beyond the eating disorder.
Read moreBody diversity, shopping and clothing
Amy Woods from Creative Mental Health and Yoga takes us through her suggestions for size inclusive, comfort-orientated clothing options to support recovery.
Read moreJuly 2022
Rumination - a lived experience perspective
"Sometimes you know when something starts. It’s this seismic shift between before and after, where something changes and your life won’t be the same again. Other times, you don’t recognise the significance of something and cast it from your mind. I was thirty when I was unexpectedly diagnosed with an eating disorder I’d never even heard of before."
Read moreYour carer questions answered
The Carer Coaching team share with you some of the common questions they hear from parents. You may find they are questions that you have found yourself thinking - it really is amazing how much we share even when we feel isolated in this journey.
Read moreJune 2022
Pre-meal Goal Setting
EDV's Telehealth Nurse Alison discusses about pre-meal goal setting, a practice that can increase self-efficacy during your recovery journey, no matter what stage!
Read moreSetting healthy boundaries as a Carer
When an eating disorder finds its way into your family it can often feel like you have woken up in a parallel universe, and you may find your normal family rituals, rules, culture feel changed. Focusing on healthy boundaries can help us navigate this frightening time.
Read moreGabriel's travel story
"Ever since I was little, I always wanted to visit Machu Picchu. I cannot tell you why, but it was something I wanted to do by myself and have one beautiful thing that was just mine. When friends announced their wedding in South America, I thought it was the perfect opportunity to fulfil this dream. I had recently felt that I was in recovery, so I made the decision to travel by myself for the first three weeks of the six-week trip, before meeting up with friends."
Read moreMay 2022
Making friendships work in recovery
We know it takes effort on both sides - let's explore what friendship can look like while you navigate recovery.
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