June 2022
Pre-meal Goal Setting
EDV's Telehealth Nurse Alison discusses about pre-meal goal setting, a practice that can increase self-efficacy during your recovery journey, no matter what stage!
Read moreSetting healthy boundaries as a Carer
When an eating disorder finds its way into your family it can often feel like you have woken up in a parallel universe, and you may find your normal family rituals, rules, culture feel changed. Focusing on healthy boundaries can help us navigate this frightening time.
Read moreGabriel's travel story
"Ever since I was little, I always wanted to visit Machu Picchu. I cannot tell you why, but it was something I wanted to do by myself and have one beautiful thing that was just mine. When friends announced their wedding in South America, I thought it was the perfect opportunity to fulfil this dream. I had recently felt that I was in recovery, so I made the decision to travel by myself for the first three weeks of the six-week trip, before meeting up with friends."
Read moreMay 2022
Making friendships work in recovery
We know it takes effort on both sides - let's explore what friendship can look like while you navigate recovery.
Read moreApril 2022
What do young people have to say about recovery from an ED?
"With the benefit of time I can see now how fiercely my family fought for me and how if they didn’t, I might be asking myself the question of “why did no one fight for me as an unwell child”?". Our Carer Coaching team interview two young people who have recovered from an eating disorder about their perspective on treatment and recovery.
Read moreWill I ever win this battle?
Whether you have been in recovery for 5 weeks or 5 years – it’s likely that you may have asked yourself that question. Telehealth Nurse and Peer Mentor Gemma shares a lived experience reflection on this common feeling of uncertainty.
Read moreMarch 2022
Using the RAVES model as a Carer
As a carer, you may have come across the RAVES model of eating disorder recovery. This model, developed by dietician Shane Jeffrey, explains in practical terms what we are trying to aim toward to ensure our loved one recovers from their eating disorder.
Read moreNavigating pregnancy with an eating disorder
EDV's own Amy Woods shares her reflections on eating disorders and pregnancy as she waits for the birth of her first child. Amy has lived experience of recovering from an eating disorder.
Read moreNovember 2021
Tips for the holidays when your child has an eating disorder
Family gatherings at this time of year are often very much focused around food. This can be an overwhelming time for any of us, let alone someone struggling with an eating disorder. Planning is be critical for supporting your loved one through this time.
Read moreOctober 2021
Supporting your child to return to school
The return to face-to-face learning at Victorian schools presents a new set of challenges for families with a loved one with an eating disorder. Find out what advice our Carer Coaching team has for this transition.
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