In this episode of Chew On This, I sit down with Carly Dober, a seasoned psychologist and director of the Australian Association of Psychology. Carly delves into the link between nutrition and mental health, focusing on eating disorders. She also explains what eating disorders are, how to identify them, and ways to overcome them. We explore the role of social media and societal pressures in shaping body image and eating behaviours. Carly shares practical tips for fostering a healthy relationship with food and highlights the importance of mental health support.

00:00 - Meet Carly Dober: Insights into Mental Health and Eating Disorders

00:07:00 - Social Media’s Role in Eating Disorders: Understanding the Impact

00:14:00 - Family Dynamics: How Parental Influence Shapes Eating Behaviors

00:21:00 - Identifying Disordered Eating: Signs and Symptoms to Watch For

00:28:00 - Stress and Eating Disorders: The Hidden Connection

00:35:00 - Men and Eating Disorders: Breaking the Silence

00:42:00 - Long-term Effects: The Health Impacts of Eating Disorders

00:49:00 - Practical Tips: Supporting Loved Ones with Eating Disorders

00:56:00 - Moving Forward: Building a Healthy Relationship with Food and Body Image

Enjoy!

For support and resources relating to the topics discussed in this podcast, please read below:

Australian resources as mentioned on the podcast:Butterfly

The Butterfly Foundation is the national charity for all Australians impacted by eating disorders and body image issues, and for the families, friends and communities who support them. Butterfly have a national Helpline which provides information, referrals, and brief counselling for people experiencing an eating disorder, disordered eating and/or body image concerns as well as family and supports. Free and confidential support is available via phone, email and online chat for anyone in Australia affected by an eating disorder or body image issue, including family and supports. Call 1800 33 4673 (1800 ED HOPE), and access Butterfly’s online support via their website. Butterfly also facilitate online support groups for people who are supporting someone with an eating disorder. More information here.

Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA)

Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA) is the only national organisation providing support, education, and advocacy services solely for carers and families impacted by an eating disorder. EDFA also provides free online one-on-one counselling with lived experienced counsellors. Call 1300 195 626 or access their website here. (edited) 

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