FACT or MYTH
FACT or MYTH: You can tell someone has an eating disorder just by looking at them.
MYTH
One way to show someone you are listening
What is making eye contact, nodding, summarizing what they said, and staying off your phone?
Something that causes a strong emotional reaction or distress.
What is a trigger?
Returning to old, unhealthy behaviors after a period of recovery is considered a ...
What is a relapse?
Approximately _____% of the U.S. population, equating to 28.8 million Americans, will experience an eating disorder during their lifetime.
What is 9%?
FACT OR MYTH: Eating disorders are just about food.
MYTH
*FUN BONUS QUESTION*
What is the capital of New Jersey?
What is Trenton?
Saying “no” to conversations about weight or asking for alone time when needed are examples of...
What are boundaries? or setting boundaries?
FUN *BONUS* QUESTION
Tell us your favorite way to cope with stress.
*free response*
____% of eating disorder cases begin by age 25, highlighting the importance of early detection and intervention
What is 95%?
FACT OR MYTH: Recovery from an eating disorder is possible.
Acknowledging someone’s feelings and experiences as real, even if you don’t agree, is a form of...
What is validation?
One thing you can do to prepare for a conversation about boundaries.
Writing down what you want to say, practicing with a trusted person, etc.
“Just eat,” “You don’t look sick anymore,” or “You’re fine now.” are examples of...
*BONUS FUN QUESTION*
Tell us your favorite Christmas tradition
*free response*
FACT OR MYTH: People develop eating disorders because they want to look like models or celebrities.
MYTH While media and societal pressures can contribute, eating disorders often stem from a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors.
“That sounds really challenging,” or “I can understand why you might feel that way," are phrases that display...
A healthy way to respond to being triggered.
Use grounding techniques (i.e.breathing), taking space for yourself, and checking in with a support.
It's important to celebrate recovery milestones because...
It reinforces positive behaviors, builds confidence, and reminds everyone of the progress made.
With treatment, _____ of eating disorder patients make a full recovery.
What is 60%?
FACT OR MYTH: Families are to blame for eating disorders.
MYTH Eating disorders have no single cause, and families can play a critical role in recovery.
Withdrawing or shutting down, repeating themselves, or becoming defensive or upset are signs that someone feels...
What is misunderstood or invalidated?
Invading privacy, making hurtful comments, pressuring others, not being able to say "No." and more are all examples of...
The highest risk of relapse occurs within the first _________ months post-treatment.
What is 18 months?
Parents who model healthy eating behaviors and body image attitudes can _____ the continuation of EDs in their children.