Body image and eating disorders are tough issues on their own, and they are often misunderstood. Yet, within the LGBTQ community, and particularly among gay youth and gay men, they are both common and deeply tied to issues of identity, belonging, and self-worth. Research consistently shows that gay and bisexual males experience higher rates of body dissatisfaction, restrictive eating, and compulsive exercise than their heterosexual peers. These struggles are not simply about

As we approach the new year, we begin to see the goals people have set out for themselves for the year to come. New Year’s resolutions can be a way for individuals to improve themselves, but for individuals with eating disorders,these messages can do more harm than good. Goals focused on food or weight can bring about a lot of negative repercussions, fueling feelings of guilt and all-or-nothing thinking that can be especially harmful for those who struggle with eating disorde

The holidays will look different for everyone. You might be celebrating, seeing family, taking time off to relax, or perhaps things are looking busier than ever. There really is no one way to spend this season, and similarly, there are many ways that one might feel at this time of year. Guilt, grief, excitement, joy, anxiety, and so many more emotions may arise, and each person will feel differently. However, if there’s something that we all take into the holiday season, it’s