What to say when others make comments
Heidi Brace Adolescent Family Therapist – Eating Disorder Service shares ideas on how to respond to comments from extended family and notes how tough these comments can be on children. She refers to the “myths” and talks about the inappropriate but well intentioned comments that can harm. She talks about confidentiality. She notes that being prepared can make it easier to respond.
Resources
Web links EDANZ https://www.ed.org.nz/
Support for Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues | Butterfly Foundation https://butterfly.org.au/
On line forum F.E.A.S.T's Around The Dinner Table forum https://www.feast-ed.org/forum/
Facebook page: ATDTfb - Eating Disorder Family and Carer Support | Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/ATDTCarerSupportGroup/
Types of Eating Disorders - https://www.feast-ed.org/types-of-eating-disorders/