Bodywhys Podcast

In this episode, Harriet and Jenny talk about the stages of change model that is used within the New Maudsley model. 

We all know the idea that unless somebody wants to change, or is ready to change, trying to make them change is a frustrating and exhausting challenge. When carers understand the different stages of change, they can use their energy and love to support their loved one in a more helpful way. Jenny writes, “If carers rush in too early, before Edi is ready, this is likely to create too much tension and a breakdown in communication.” 

This podcast episode helps carers to think about the stage their loved one is at, how they can support them at that stage and plant seeds of change.

You can find Jenny's website here: https://newmaudsleycarers-kent.co.uk

In this episode, Barry speaks to researchers Hannah Cribben and Rachel Batchelor of King's College London Eating Disorders Research Group about the experiences and perspectives of siblings and partners in caring for someone with an eating disorder. 

The study mentioned 'The experiential perspectives of siblings and partners caring for a loved one with an eating disorder in the UK' can be accessed here: https://bit.ly/3poGv6g

In this episode, Barry speaks to Emy Nimbley, PhD student, University of Edinburgh, and Jennifer O'Connor, AsIAm, about sensory processing, eating behaviours and autism.

Study mentioned:

Sensory processing and eating behaviours in autism: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/erv.2920

In this episode Harriet and Jenny talk about – probably the most important skill in the New Maudsley Carer Skills manual – the communication skills known as OARS. As Jenny writes in the manual, “OARS is one of the most important communication skills when using the MI (Motivational Interviewing) approach, it helps keep the conversation reflective and mindful. The aim is to be aware of everything we say and how we say it. The important thing is to keep practising it in everything we do.

You can find Jenny's website here: https://newmaudsleycarers-kent.co.uk

In this episode, Harriet and Jenny talk about the famous Maudsley ‘Animal Metaphors’, which help carers to think about how interpersonal relationships can impact the recovery process. As Jenny writes in the manual, “The New Maudsley Model uses animal metaphors as a light-hearted yet powerful way of illustrating how carers’ initial and instinctive reaction to the eating disorder are not always helpful and can lead carers to inadvertently accommodate to the illness'

You can find Jenny's website here: https://newmaudsleycarers-kent.co.uk

In this episode, Harriet and Jenny talk about emotional intelligence, and the importance of carers reflecting on their own emotions using a technique called ALVS (Attend, Label, Validate, Soothe)

You can find Jenny's website here: https://newmaudsleycarers-kent.co.uk

In this episode, Harriet and Jenny discuss the Readiness Ruler and how it helps carers to think about where they are at, and what they can do to create a seed of progress, both in relation to their own emotional resilience, and that of their loved one with an eating disorder.

You can find Jenny's website here: https://newmaudsleycarers-kent.co.uk

This podcast series intends to bring the New Maudsley Carer Skills to life, in bite size pieces. In this episode, we learn more about the origin of the New Maudsley Carer Skills and get an insight into the red and blue balloon analogy.

You can find Jenny's website here: https://newmaudsleycarers-kent.co.uk .

For more information on the red and blue balloon exercise, see here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlEBXwOOZmQ&t=1s

Trigger warning: 

This podcast discusses eating disorders. If you have been affected by anything you have heard, please know our support services are available to you. Our email support can be accessed at any time via: [email protected], see more support services here.

In this podcast, we speak to Clare Austick, President of the Union of Students in Ireland about mental health and eating disorders at third level. 

Studies mentioned:

My World Survey 2: http://www.myworldsurvey.ie/

Trigger warning: This podcast discusses suicidal feelings. If you have been affected by anything you have heard, please contact Samaritans on 116 123 or visit their website on www.samaritans.org.

In this podcast, we speak to Irish journalists about their experience of covering sensitive topics such as eating disorders. Please find our media guidelines here: https://bit.ly/3O7MoQy