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Nov 2023
24m 3s

Neurobiology and Eating Disorders

HARRIET FREW
About this episode

Today I'm talking about neurobiology and eating disorders. It's a fascinating topic, enabling us to understand the complexity of eating disorders better. I explore psychology, genetics, epigenetics, environment, the impact on brain function and implications for eating disorder recovery. I hope that you enjoy the episode.

 

Excellent Eating Disorder Resources (Centre for Clinical Interventions, Australia)

https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Disordered-Eating

 

Harriet Frew's current offers: -

Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE

https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

 

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https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/body-image-training-with-harriet-frew.html

 
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