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People With Anorexia Are Fatphobic And Four Other Myths

On 26th Feb 2025 By Absurd RhioIn Mental Health Advocacy6 Comments

Eating disorders are some of the most misunderstood mental illnesses out there. If I had a pound for every myth I’ve heard, I’d be writing this from my mansion, not my council flat. From “anorexia is about vanity” to “people with EDs are fatphobic,” let’s dismantle these harmful misconceptions—angrily.

The One Where My Tooth Is Fixed But My ED Makes Me Feel Even More Broken

On 9th Feb 2025 By Absurd RhioIn eating disorder, Grief Journey3 Comments

It took two days to get an emergency dentist appointment, which gave Corrupted Clippy—my eating disordered thoughts—full reign. I could barely eat, and Clippy was LOVING it. Even after the dentist, it whispered, “What a shame you can’t eat. Guilt-free restriction!” I shook my head. Shut up, Clippy.

Eating Disorders in Your 40s: What No One Talks About but Should

On 29th Jan 2025 By Absurd RhioIn Mental Health AdvocacyLeave a comment

Eating disorders in your 40s are isolating in ways no one talks about. Perimenopause, body changes, and the loss of identity as a parent collide with an illness society believes only affects teenagers. This post dives into my lived experience of navigating these challenges while feeling unseen, unheard, and unsupported.

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