At The Joy Project, our primary mission is centered on mental health, recovery, and strength for those affected by eating disorders. Mental wellness cannot exist when there is a lack of safety, dignity, security, and justice. The Joy Project stands with the people of Minnesota, which includes the immigrants who are an integral part of our …
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There is much debate among the eating disorder treatment provider community as to how best to handle a patient who is not progressing in their treatment program. Some providers are content with applying harm reduction techniques or meeting the client where they are. Other providers believe that continuing to see a patient who is not …
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Eating Disorders & Insurance A large portion of people with eating disorders are in need of mental and medical healthcare, but are unable to get it. Even with health insurance, people are often left with expensive co-pays/deductibles, or their health insurance cuts coverage after an arbitrary period of time. This can create many financial barriers …
Do I have to be weighed at the doctor’s office? Ahh, the doctor’s office. We’ve all been there. You get called back for your appointment, and before you can even utter a hello, you’re asked to remove your shoes and step on that harsh, metal scale. There is a huge stigma around weight and that …
