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...

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Parents! We CAN change the world, starting with the way we're parenting our future. Up to this point in history, children have been seen as less than and parented in a way that uses power over a child. Most of us were parented in this way but there is a shift in thinking about the way we raise our kids. Parents don’t feel good about using shame, blame, criticism, punishments, and even rewards, to get their kids to listen. Parents are wanting a different way because they know from their own childhoods this type of parenting hurts and leaves us with scars we take with us through our adulthood. Each one of my episodes is designed to help you navigate the difficult journey of parenting but in a way that is more peaceful and intentional. I’ll show you how to get your kids to listen and cooperate without yelling, punishments and rewards. I’ll show you how to understand your own feelings and those of your kids. My intention is to bring you to a place where you feel connected with your kids and yourself (we often get lost when we become parents!). Tune in weekly for all the inside tips, tools and tricks I teach my private clients to help you build the family you always wanted, and to become the parent you always envisioned you would be. I promise to provide you with fun and entertaining content that will leave you seeing your kids and your reactions in a whole new light! Please make sure to share the episodes that give you goosebumps, and leave you feeling inspired! I am always grateful for every person who subscribes, leaves a review and rates my podcast 5 stars.