Exploring Cultural Differences in Eating Disorders Presenter: Hella Lee, Family Therapist, VCH Eating Disorders Program.

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Exploring Cultural Differences in Eating Disorders Presenter: Hella Lee, Family Therapist, VCH Eating Disorders Program

Similarities and differences

Family stories

Curiosity  Be aware of your own biases and assumptions.  Ask good questions. It’s also interesting for family members to hear the answers.  When we listen carefully, people make sense.  It is more important to understand why people do what they do rather than look for the « cause » of the eating disorder.

Education  How does the family understand the eating disorder?  A variety of factors contribute to the development of an eating disorder.  Family is not to blame.

Supporting someone with an eating disorder  Support looks different at different ages and stages:  Family based therapy  Meal support  Emotional support  Exploring family dynamics

Family therapy  How does the family impact the eating disorder?  How does the eating disorder impact the family?  How can we help family members be curious about self and each other and:  Listen and mirror  Empathize and validate

Working with an interpreter

VCH Eating Disorders Program Family and Friends Support Group  1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month  6-7:30 pm  2750 East Hastings, Vancouver  (604)