Recognizing the Difficult Role of Caregiving

Addictions and eating disorders carry a larger impact beyond the individual suffering with these conditions. Family and loved ones often endure the disease silently on the sidelines, struggling with their ability to understand or provide appropriate support.    

In this episode, Deena and Brian address the importance of caregivers embracing education and utilizing available resources, emphasizing self-care as an integral component of the recovery process. 

In this episode, you also hear: 

• Challenging reality of caregiving  
• Hard truth about the long road to recovery 
• Supportive guidance for caregivers  

 

Must-listen moments:  

[00:05:48] I just want to remind that individuals with eating disorders do not choose to have an eating disorder. I don't think anybody intends to hurt their loved ones. 

[00:14:50] The reality is that this is something you're going to struggle with the rest of your life. And we're both going to struggle with it. 

[00:22:36] Remember that it's not their fault, it's not your fault, and that the person you're caring for is not their illness. They're not their eating disorder. They're way more than that. 

 

Thank you for listening. Whether you’re suffering from an eating disorder or you’re a caring friend or family member, we’d love to hear from you via email at eatthatfat@gmail.com 

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