Many people who struggle with an eating disorder spend years convinced that food is the core problem. They track every bite, chase a lower number on the scale, try to stop bingeing, reduce purging, change their exercise routines, or force a better body image. The effort is real and often

By Jennifer L. Zauner, LCSWR Introduction Perhaps you’ve noticed yourself reaching for snacks after a stressful day, eating when you’re lonely, or turning to comfort foods when feeling anxious or overwhelmed. You may even find yourself eating more than you intended and later feeling guilty about it. Because emotional eating

By Jennifer L. Zauner, LCSWR In 2026, with the rise of weight-loss medications such as GLP-1 agonists sparking new conversations about body image, dieting, and food relationships, awareness of binge eating disorder (BED) is more important than ever. BED affects an estimated 2.8% of U.S. adults—more than 9 million people—and

Imagine a family torn apart by an invisible thief that steals joy, health, and ultimately, a precious life. That’s the raw reality of eating disorders, a silent epidemic that hijacks not just the individual, but everyone who loves them. In my recent conversations with Linda and John Mazur, founders of