On December 12, Dr. Goode was honored to have the opportunity to have a conversation with Roland Martin and his panel about eating disorders in Black Americans. Check out the conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4fHIDcajd0 If you believe you have an eating disorder and would like additional support, contact the NEDA Hotline or find a therapist in your area. 

During the holiday season, more than 85% of Americans are known to overeat (Perrigo, 2018). The emphasis on food and food–centered celebrations can make the holidays even more difficult for people with eating disorders and/or in recovery. For instance, for individuals with eating disorders, it can be stressful to know that others will see what they eat and how much food they consume. Additionally, the normalization of overeating during the holidays, especially at Thanksgiving can feel stressful for those with restrictive eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and for those who experience recurrent episodes of binge eating. This stress could lead