Eating Disorders & How to Support Your Child

In this episode, I’m talking about eating disorders, what they are, the different kinds, why they develop, what are at their core and how you can support your child. My guest is Dr. Elizabeth Easton who is an expert in this area.  She wants you to know that there is hope for those who are suffering, those that love them, and treatment is possible.  Dr. Easton talks about how our kids are navigating a stressful world and temporarily, eating disorders can allow a person to feel soothed, in control, avoid something bad from happening and feel less overwhelmed.  The fact is that eating disorders are the second highest cause of death among youth, with opioids being at the top.  If you are worried about your child, Dr. Easton explains how to talk to them so they feel safe talking to you.  If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, please share this episode, it could save a life. For Dr Easton’s handouts for parents, you can download them  from the Parent Toolbox.  www.parent-toolbox.comAbout Elizabeth EastonDr. Elizabeth Easton is a Clinical Psychologist. She serves as the National Director of Psychotherapy at Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center. She is also the owner of Easton Psychological Services, PLLC. At ERC Pathlight, she consults on all psychotherapy services nationally for patients and caregivers, as well as support clinician development and training. Over the last decade, Dr. Easton developed and oversaw two higher levels of care treatment centers in Denver, Colorado before moving into her current role. Dr. Easton is a certified Advanced Psychotherapist, Supervisor and Trainer in Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) and a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS). She is also a board member for the International Institute for EFFT (IIEFFT). As a clinician, leader, and educator, Dr. Easton has dedicated her career to the power of caregivers as the agents of change and healing for their loved ones.Social Media:Website: https://www.eatingrecoverycenter.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eating-recovery-centerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatingRecoveryCenterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatingrecovery/Twitter: https://twitter.com/EatingRecoveryYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCspO95XDFYViETpZCq4bA3QThanks for listening!  For more on Robbin, her work and free resources, keep reading! FREE GUIDE FOR PARENTS OF STRONG-WILLED KIDS: “How to Turn a NO into Cooperation” go to www.strongwilledkids.comAbout RobbinRobbin’s work focuses on building and strengthening the parent child relationship so that children grow up with resilience, confidence and strong emotional intelligence.  She works with parents to help them understand their own emotions and frustrations in parenting, so they can help build their children’s sense of self without losing themselves in the...