In our very first episode we will be discussing body image and eating disorders. First going a little into my journey, then the stereotypes of Black and Brown women with eating disorders in the media, and different representations of body dysmorphia. I finish with reciting one of my poems about recovery. I have attached some information and helpline links to the description if this is a triggering topic. I hope you enjoy listening and can take something away!

Eating Disorder and Body Dysmorphia Information and Helpline:

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/eating-disorders/overview/

https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/support-services/helplines

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/eating-problems/about-eating-problems/

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/body-dysmorphia/

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/body-dysmorphic-disorder-bdd/about-bdd/

Haaniyah’s Essay

https://haaniyah.medium.com/yes-im-fat-yes-i-have-an-eating-disorder-no-i-m-not-okay-9eb27c648758

My Portfolio

https://imaan.journoportfolio.com/

Sources:

Rossini, 2015

Rice, 2009

Goeree, Sovinsky, & Iorio, 2011

Becker, 2003

https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/body/health/a35586325/eating-disorder-black-asian-women-statistics/

Love, Imaan x