Patient Voices: Eating Disorders

For those who have not personally experienced an Eating Disorder it is hard to see it outside of vanity for what it is: a disease. Understandably so, many of the actions of the disease involve much of the clients own cognitive control. However, recent research is paving the way for Eating Disorders to be taken seriously as a genetic, mental disease. Which is a huge step in getting health insurance to cover the costs of treatment, more awareness programs for children and compassion for those suffering from the disease.

The New York Times is currently featuring a series online called, Patient Voices where they feature people suffering from a variety of mental disorders. You can hear all of their testimonies about the experience with their disease. Please take a listen to the Eating Disorder testimonies. There is a variety of men, women and teens who talk about their disease. Take a listen to their experience with their Eating Disorder here. Awareness, is the first step to finding a solution. We are so glad so many are stepping out and bringing awareness to this painful, deadly disease.