Testimonials

"The commitment, knowledge and attention given by the staff helped to facilitate my recovery. EDC-D's team approach created an atmosphere that made 'opening up' safe. I felt valued and knew my issues would be dealt with respectfully and honestly."

- Scott, Former PHP Patient

 

Useful Resources

TAKE OUR INTERACTIVE EATING DISORDER QUESTIONNAIRE

The more you know, the better you are.

You can never know too much about how to overcome an eating disorder. Eating Disorder Center of Denver has made several resources available in order to educate patients, families and the general public on how to battle anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and all other eating disorders.

Scientific Advisory Board
Eating Disorder Center of Denver established the Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) in 2009 to advise the center on the integration of clinical research into clinical practice, best industry practices and professional education. The SAB's efforts ensure that we are providing the best and most advanced care possible to our patients.

Speaker's Bureau
Our eating disorder expertise also goes on the road. Speakers include Eating Disorder Center of Denver's board-certified psychiatrists, clinical and program directors, primary, family and outpatient therapists, and registered dietitians.
 
Topics include:

• Are Eating Disorders Addictions?
• Cultural Body Image
• Desperate Housewives Syndrome:  Mid-life Women and Eating Disorders
• Eating Disorders 101
• Eating Disorders and Athletes
• Eating Disorders and Dental Complications
• Families Don't Cause Eating Disorders:  Family Systems and Eating Disorders
• How Did We Get to a Size 0?
• Let's Talk About Sex:  Eating Disorders and Sexuality
• Mindful Eating

Contact us for a complete list of topics and to schedule a presentation.

Reference Sheets

Do I Have An Eating Disorder? (73 KB)

I Think My Loved One Has An Eating Disorder (84 KB)

Treatment Myths (93 KB)

Do's & Don'ts of Eating Disorders (71 KB)

Recommended Reading List (87 KB)

EDC-D Newsletters

 

Additional Resources

EDC-D Professional Resources - Links to the professional section of our site with more on consulting, paper presentations, dual diagnoses and events.

Mirror-Mirror.org - Web site dedicated to raising awareness and providing information on eating disorders. It includes definitions, signs and symptoms, getting help, relapse warning signs, approaching a loved one and more.
 
The Center for Healthy Living's Eating Disorder Resource Guide  - A complete source for learning about anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating and the many treatment centers available for help.
 
Healthygenius.com - A mental health disorders portal that addresses a variety of disorders, including eating disorders, depressive disorders, impulse control disorders, anxiety disorders, sleep disorders, bipolar disorders and many more.

BeyondtheMirror.org - A counseling center for women and youth. It is dedicated to empowering individuals to see beyond their reflections through counseling, outreach and education, and connection to services.

Eating Disorder Recovery - An information source that provides eating disorder recovery articles, a discussion forum, DSM-V-TR descriptions, support group information, access to in-patient/residential treatment centers, a self-help workbook and more.

Eating Disorder Answers - A Web site developed by a woman in recovery from an eating disorder. When she was first diagnosed, she couldn't find one single Web site that had all of the answers. Viewers of the site are encouraged to share their stories.

Eating Disorder Hope - A Web site that offers hope, information and resources to those suffering from eating disorders, treatment providers and loved ones. Services include information, support groups, articles, a virtual library, books, treatment providers and events for individuals struggling with bulimia, anorexia and binge eating disorders.

National Eating Disorders Association - A national nonprofit organization dedicated to providing education, resources and support to those affected by eating disorders.