Eating Disorders

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Editor’s Note: This is part two of a two-part post. The first part discussed the tribulations of the author making it through a night with anorexia, OCD and suicidal ideation. The second part, below, discusses the author’s experiences in superficial Jewish culture as a demonstration of how Jewish society fosters self-image challenges and prioritizes the Read More …

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Editor’s Note: This is part one of a two-part post. The first part, below, discusses the tribulations of the author making it through a night with anorexia, OCD and suicidal ideation. The second part, which can be found here, discusses the author’s experiences in superficial Jewish culture as a demonstration of how Jewish society fosters Read More …

Because of our mental illnesses, we are forced to deal with our problems, and we will be healthier later in life and more equipped to deal with other problems that come our way

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One year ago, I was covered with bruises and cuts that never seemed to heal. One year ago, I was living off of one hundred calories maximum per day. One year ago, I was weak, cold, tired, sore, and sad every moment of every day. One year ago, I decided to finally start to turn Read More …

Yocheved Rabinowitz, LCSW
Yocheved Rabinowitz, LCSW
Support Room Facilitator at Refuat Hanefesh
Yocheved Rabinowitz, LCSW graduated from Fordham University with a masters degree in social work. Her passion for psychology became apparent as a middle-school teacher and coupled with an innate fascination of human behavior, it morphed into a dedicated interest in helping adolescents and adults make positive change in their lives. Filled with curiosity and empathy, she has an interest in helping people live a more authentic and fulfilled life. She specializes in treating trauma, addictions, disordered eating, eating disorders and relationship concerns. Yocheved has presented on various topics including living authentically and effective ways to reach difficult teens. Yocheved currently works out of her private practice in Brooklyn, NY.
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As someone who works with women struggling with eating disorders, I often hear that mothers are to blame for a child’s eating disorder. Mothers in my office will oftentimes offer defensive statements such as, “I am naturally thin; What can I do about it?” Or, “I like to eat healthy; I didn’t know why my daughter Read More …

Eliana Sidlow
Eliana Sidlow
Eliana Sidlow is an eighteen-year-old from Valley Stream New York. She has three wonderful siblings and amazing parents.
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How Society Views Women As a four-year-old, I vividly remember myself wishing to look as marvelous as Disney female characters often do. As time passed, I became aware of the societal expectations for women to fit aesthetic standards. I found myself at a loss. Erroneously, I attempted to change, practicing the use of harsh remarks. Read More …

Yocheved Rabinowitz, LCSW
Yocheved Rabinowitz, LCSW
Support Room Facilitator at Refuat Hanefesh
Yocheved Rabinowitz, LCSW graduated from Fordham University with a masters degree in social work. Her passion for psychology became apparent as a middle-school teacher and coupled with an innate fascination of human behavior, it morphed into a dedicated interest in helping adolescents and adults make positive change in their lives. Filled with curiosity and empathy, she has an interest in helping people live a more authentic and fulfilled life. She specializes in treating trauma, addictions, disordered eating, eating disorders and relationship concerns. Yocheved has presented on various topics including living authentically and effective ways to reach difficult teens. Yocheved currently works out of her private practice in Brooklyn, NY.
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The Fight “I am so fat.” “I hate my body.” “How come she eats all day and doesn’t get fat?” “I want to eat that. I can’t eat that. It will make me fat. I feel fat. I want to eat it. This isn’t fair!” “When am I allowed to eat again?” “I am starting Read More …