eating disorders

10 Books about Eating Disorders

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Eating disorders are rarely just about food. They often reflect complex relationships with the body, identity, attachment, emotion, trauma, control, and culture. As therapists, we’re invited to look beyond symptoms…

When Food Becomes the Language

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At some point in almost every therapist’s career, someone arrives in therapy with a complicated relationship with food. It might be named clearly, as binge eating or bulimia, or it…

The Therapist’s Corner: May Inspiration

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The internet can be both a treasure trove of insightful content and entertainment, and also a source of overwhelming information. That’s why the BTP team has come together to curate…

Eating Disorder Myths & Misconceptions Therapists Need to Know

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This article was updated in July 2026. If you’re interested in this topic and want to find out more, join our next online CPD Training *Working Therapeutically with Disordered Eating and…