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Recognizing and treating eating disorders

Photo: Sippanont Samchai, Flickr/Creative Commons
Sippanont Samchai
Photo: Sippanont Samchai, Flickr/Creative Commons

Eating disorders are not uncommon, but they are often invisible. The Renfrew Center works to raise awareness about how to recognize if you, or someone you know, is struggling -- and how to get help. Primary therapist Yosan Gebre Ab talks us through it. Plus, a recovery story from Lola Morales, who found help just in time. Original airdate 3/1/23

Links: Renfrew Center.

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