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Nov 27, 20243 min read
"How to Talk with Children About Food"
Copyright © 2016 The Feeding Doctor www.thefeedingdoctor.com We live in a culture where children (and adults) find it increasingly hard...
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AKEDA
Nov 20, 20245 min read
Changing the Narrative | 5 Years of Empowering Every Body
Laurel Renkert's Recovery Journey In May 2008, when I returned home from college, my parents faced a daunting challenge: supporting me...
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Jenny Loudon, Co-Founder
Nov 20, 20243 min read
The Season of Thanks
As Thanksgiving approaches, AKEDA is grateful to YOU – our community, partners, and donors for empowering us to support individuals and...
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Beth Rose & Jenny Loudon
Oct 15, 20242 min read
AKEDA partners with Dr. Allison Nitsch, Lead Physician at ACUTE
Last week, AKEDA was thrilled to partner with Dr. Allison Nitsch, Lead Physician at ACUTE, the world's only Center of Excellence...
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Beth Rose & Jenny Loudon
Sep 13, 20241 min read
Immersive Eating Disorder Essentials Fall Conference with Dr. Tara Deliberto, Ph.D.
At the end of August, AKEDA hosted our fall conference on Immersive Eating Disorder Essentials, featuring Dr. Tara Deliberto, Ph.D., a...
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Becca Kirian
Jun 19, 20242 min read
Engaging Providers with Essential Eating Disorder Training
Members of the BBAHC Diabetes Wellness Program in attendance at the May training. On-Site Training in Dillingham with Bristol Bay Area...
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Beth Rose, Jenny Loudon, & Becca Kirian
May 21, 20242 min read
OPINION: Breaking the silence on eating disorders (ADN Article)
One of the most insidious aspects of mental health challenges is the overwhelming sense of isolation and disconnection they can cause....
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Becca Kirian
May 15, 20242 min read
Important Updates & Current Happenings
Dear Friends, This spring has been incredibly busy for AKEDA, with many active programs, presentations, and exciting events planned for...
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Becca Kirian
Mar 12, 20242 min read
Support for Alaskans
Dear AKEDA Friends, As I was working with our team on developing this newsletter, the theme of support clearly emerged. At AKEDA, support...
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Becca Kirian
Feb 20, 20242 min read
2024 In Full Swing
Dear AKEDA Friends, In the last newsletter, I shared some of the exciting things we are looking forward to in 2024. This month, I want to...
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Becca Kirian
Jan 17, 20243 min read
Big Plans for AKEDA in 2024
2024 is already upon us, and I'm thrilled to share some exciting plans AKEDA has in the works for this coming year.
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Becca Kirian
Nov 16, 20233 min read
Giving Thanks | A Time for Reflection at AKEDA
Wow, has it been a whirlwind in my first three months as the first Executive Director of AKEDA, and as I’m beginning to settle into my...
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Beth Rose, Co-Founder
Oct 19, 20233 min read
“Winning at All Costs: Breaking the Silence of Athletes and Eating Disorders” – A Film on the Move
In a world filled with compelling stories, the documentary “Winning at All Costs: Breaking the Silence on Athletes and Eating Disorders”...
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Beth Rose, Co-Founder
Jun 26, 20233 min read
AKEDA presents at Youth Mental Health Roundtable with Sen. Sullivan and Surgeon General Vivek Murthy
U.S.. Senator Dan Sullivan hosted the U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, in Anchorage on Monday, June 26, 2023, for a series of...
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Beth Rose, Co-Founder
Jun 12, 20232 min read
Exciting News: AKEDA Receives Grant to Fund First-Ever Executive Director Position!
Dear AKEDA Community, We are thrilled to share some incredible news with all of you: the Alaska Eating Disorders Alliance (AKEDA) has...
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~ from a guest writer
Aug 11, 20223 min read
How Can I Help My Child Beat Their Restrictive Eating Disorder?
AKEDA offers a parent training designed by UCSD to improve parent communications and help children return to normalized eating Watching a...
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Beth Rose, Co-Founder
May 10, 20221 min read
This 4-minute Alaska News Nightly piece packs a lot of info -- and help!
"Asking the right questions can stop eating disorders from progressing, experts say." Thanks to Anne Hillman, special to the Alaska...
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Beth Rose, Co-Founder
Sep 22, 20211 min read
Holly Brooks speaks to student athletes about eating disorders
https://www.adn.com/sports/2021/09/21/holly-brooks-gives-young-athletes-food-for-thought-as-she-tours-anchorage-high-schools-to-speak-abo...
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Beth Rose, Co-Founder
Jun 1, 20212 min read
In the news: Eating disorders in Alaska are on the rise
Thank you to the Anchorage Daily News for covering an important topic: More Alaskans are being diagnosed with eating disorders, but...
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Beth Rose, Co-Founder
Jan 7, 20201 min read
National article on the Alaska Eating Disorders Alliance
What an honor to be invited to write an article for the national Gürze/Salucore Eating Disorders Resource Catalogue on the origins of the...
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