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Australia Opens First Eating Disorder Recovery Village
SolutionsApr 1

Australia Opens First Eating Disorder Recovery Village

A Queensland couple who helped their own daughters survive eating disorders just opened Australia's first recovery village with eight tiny homes for people transitioning back to everyday life. The village will support 60 families each year, filling a critical gap between hospital care and going home.

ABC Australia2 min read
Raleigh Author Shares 30-Year Eating Disorder Recovery Story
Community HeroesApr 12

Raleigh Author Shares 30-Year Eating Disorder Recovery Story

A Raleigh woman who battled an eating disorder for decades has written a memoir offering hope to others still struggling. Johanna Scoglio's book uses letters to explore what her illness took and how she found strength in the journey itself.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
Calorie Labels Help Binge Eating Recovery, Study Finds
Health & WellnessApr 15

Calorie Labels Help Binge Eating Recovery, Study Finds

A surprising new study reveals that restaurant calorie labels, often criticized for harming people with eating disorders, actually help those with binge eating disorder feel more in control. The research challenges assumptions about one-size-fits-all mental health impacts.

Independent UK - Good News3 min read
Rugby Star Ellie Kildunne Opens Up on Eating Disorder Recovery
Community HeroesApr 15

Rugby Star Ellie Kildunne Opens Up on Eating Disorder Recovery

England World Cup winner Ellie Kildunne is sharing her journey through body dysmorphia and disordered eating to help others struggling in silence. Her story proves that even champions face invisible battles, and speaking up is the first step toward healing.

Google: rugby world cup3 min read
Princeton Opens New Eating Disorder Treatment Center
Health & WellnessMay 11

Princeton Opens New Eating Disorder Treatment Center

Princeton now offers specialized eating disorder care through a new collaboration that brings together expert teams. The program provides intensive support for people who need more than weekly appointments but don't require hospital stays.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Stanford Finds First Treatment for Child Eating Disorder
Health & WellnessJul 10

Stanford Finds First Treatment for Child Eating Disorder

Millions of children with a misunderstood eating disorder now have hope after Stanford researchers identified two therapies that actually work. The breakthrough could change how families approach what's been wrongly dismissed as "picky eating."

New Atlas2 min read
Major Study: Eating Disorders Rooted in Biology, Not Weight
Health & WellnessAug 25

Major Study: Eating Disorders Rooted in Biology, Not Weight

Scientists discovered genetic markers proving eating disorders stem from complex biology, not just body image issues. The breakthrough could transform how millions get treatment.

Euronews3 min read
NYU Designer Creates Game to Heal Disordered Eating
Acts of KindnessApr 1

NYU Designer Creates Game to Heal Disordered Eating

A video game designer turned her teenage struggle with calorie counting into a healing tool for others. "Consume Me" uses gentle gameplay to show how eating disorders quietly affect daily life.

Good Good Good2 min read
Melbourne Team Creates New Therapy for Teen Eating Disorder
Health & WellnessFeb 19

Melbourne Team Creates New Therapy for Teen Eating Disorder

Researchers in Melbourne have successfully tested a breakthrough treatment for ARFID, a complex eating disorder affecting up to 2% of young people. The therapy combines family support with emotional coping skills to help teens overcome severe food avoidance.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Mothers Share Recovery Stories to Break Stigma
Acts of KindnessJun 10

Mothers Share Recovery Stories to Break Stigma

A group of mothers in Elizabethton gathered to share anonymous recovery stories, highlighting the strength it takes to heal from substance use disorder while raising children. Their message: recovery is possible when communities support instead of judge.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
World Cup Star Ellie Kildunne Breaks Silence on Recovery
Community HeroesApr 15

World Cup Star Ellie Kildunne Breaks Silence on Recovery

England rugby champion Ellie Kildunne is speaking out about overcoming disordered eating and body dysmorphia to help others facing similar struggles. Her journey from isolation to healing shows how asking one simple question can save a life.

BBC Sport2 min read
Red Sox Rookie Anthony Eyanson Pledges Strikeouts for NEDA
Community HeroesMar 25

Red Sox Rookie Anthony Eyanson Pledges Strikeouts for NEDA

New Red Sox pitcher Anthony Eyanson is donating to eating disorder awareness for every strikeout he throws this season. The 21-year-old national champion is opening up about his childhood battle with a rare swallowing disorder that led to disordered eating.

Mens Health2 min read
UCSF Doctor Pushes to Reclassify Disorder Affecting Men
Health & WellnessAug 20

UCSF Doctor Pushes to Reclassify Disorder Affecting Men

A leading physician wants muscle dysmorphia officially recognized as an eating disorder, a change that could help millions of men get proper treatment and insurance coverage. The move addresses a mental health crisis that's been hiding in plain sight.

STAT News2 min read
Psilocybin Therapy Shows Promise for Anorexia Recovery
Health & WellnessAug 5

Psilocybin Therapy Shows Promise for Anorexia Recovery

A new trial reveals that psilocybin therapy helped reduce anorexia symptoms in women who struggled with the eating disorder for an average of 11 years. Half the participants showed scores comparable to someone without a diagnosis after just three months.

Scientific American3 min read
Muncie Opens Substance Recovery Center After Years of Need
SolutionsJun 8

Muncie Opens Substance Recovery Center After Years of Need

A new treatment center opening in Muncie, Indiana fills a critical gap in a community that's faced some of the highest rates of substance use disorder in the state. The facility brings medical detox, treatment planning, and recovery support to people who previously had limited local options.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Italian Mother Helps Daughter Beat Anorexia
Community HeroesMar 28

Italian Mother Helps Daughter Beat Anorexia

An Italian nurse fought alongside her daughter through a grueling battle with anorexia nervosa, transforming their family's darkest chapter into a story of recovery and hope. Today, Dalila Brancaccio is healing, and her mother Rita shares their journey to help other families facing eating disorders.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Indiana Recovery High School Celebrates 20th Graduating Class
Acts of KindnessMay 17

Indiana Recovery High School Celebrates 20th Graduating Class

Five teens overcoming substance use disorder walked the stage at Hope Academy's graduation, marking years of perseverance and second chances. Indiana's only recovery high school just celebrated its 20th class of graduates heading to college and careers.

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read
Windsor Community Rallies After Recovery Home Fire
Acts of KindnessAug 21

Windsor Community Rallies After Recovery Home Fire

When a kitchen fire displaced 50 men from a Windsor recovery home, the community's response turned tragedy into a powerful story of support. Within days, donations and volunteers surrounded the residents with everything they needed.

Google: miracle recovery2 min read
After 36 Years Addicted, Liza Now Coaches Others to Recovery
Acts of KindnessMay 14

After 36 Years Addicted, Liza Now Coaches Others to Recovery

Liza Ronald battled addiction for 36 years before finding help at a Lexington recovery center. Now she's returning hope to others as a recovery coach, proving that transformation is possible.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
50 Years Strong: Documentary Shows Recovery House Impact
Community HeroesJun 8

50 Years Strong: Documentary Shows Recovery House Impact

A new documentary celebrates five decades of Oxford House, peer-run recovery homes that have helped thousands rebuild their lives after addiction. The film debuts June 11 in Washington, featuring six residents whose stories prove community-based recovery works. #

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read

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