New week, new research! The latest from Equip’s research team delves into the expertise of those with lived experience, and how these invaluable insights can add to the growing body of work about eating disorder recovery. Read the full study here:

We've teamed up with FEAST to host free, monthly caregiver workshops. This month, you'll be able to ask experts about what qualities in a treatment program are best to fit your loved one's needs. Register here:

Equip is proud to sponsor this year's BIPoC Eating Disorders Conference! We are speaking on two panels: the importance of lived experience and mentorship, and how to break down treatment barriers for BIPoC patients. Register to attend virtually here:

Equip just published a first-of-its-kind research paper on providing gender-affirming care in an eating disorder treatment setting – an essential for helping close the treatment gap for this population. Read the full paper now:

In partnership with ANAD and @RockRecovery, join us Tuesday, June 18th at 10am PST for insights and advice for other BIPoC mental health professionals or students pursuing careers in the eating disorder field. Register for free here:

After one year of virtual eating disorder treatment at Equip: . 📌 75% of patients reached their target weight.📌 70% reduction in eating disorder symptoms.📌 44% reduction in depression or anxiety symptoms. Read our full annual report here:

AAPI-identifying people are the least likely to seek mental health support, but 1 in 5 report an eating disorder. @TeenVogue just published an article that delves into this glaring gap in treatment, and the cultural competency needed to close it:

This past week, Equip joined @EDCoalition at the capitol for it's annual Eating Disorder Advocacy Day. Advocates met with the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate to urge Members of Congress to co-sponsor the Nutrition CARE Act and the Kids Online Safety Act.

🎧Equip co-founder and CEO @KristinaSaffran sat down with Steve Kraus @BessemerVP of the @hoh_pod to chat all things Equip and why accessible eating disorder treatment is so important in today's world. Listen to the episode here:

Equip is hosting two free Equip Academy events this month:.1. The Upside of Cognitive Dissonance (5/21).2. Eating Disorders on Campus (5/22).Both events are eligible for CE and CME credits! Click the link to learn more:

Join Team Equip at the NEDA walk on April 27th in New Hampshire. If you plan on attending, please register via the email below so we can have some Equip swag ready for you. Register here: advisorycouncil@equip.health

Thank you @Kno2 for having @CaraBohon on your podcast to discuss the importance of connectivity and communication in Equip's virtual treatment. To learn more about how we are prioritizing streamlined communication in virtual healthcare, listen here:

Equip just published a first-of-its-kind study about dietary interventions used in eating disorder treatment. The surprising takeaway? A daily calorie target approach led to more weight gain than a Plate-by-Plate approach. Read the full findings here:

We're proud that our research paper, "Evaluating differences in setting expected body weight for children and adolescents in eating disorder treatment" was one of the most widely read (top 10%) articles in the International Journal of Eating Disorders!

Achievement unlocked: we’ve been named to @FastCompany prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024! 🏆. We’re honored that we were recognized as No.3 in the healthcare category. #FCMostInnovative .

How dangerous is Ozempic and other GLP-1’s for people with eating disorders? Hear what Equip’s Co-Founder Erin Parks and Director of Peer Mentorship Maris Degner had to say on @GMA :

Have you heard the term “fear food” before? More importantly, would you know if you had a “fear food”? And how do you overcome it? Read answers from dietitian Caroline Young, RD in our latest article:

There need to more spaces in which boys and men feel comfortable asking for help, get effective care that's not female-focused, and see examples of male recovery stories. Thank you to @kjustich11 and @YahooNews for bringing awareness to this conversation.

Are perfectionists more likely to get eating disorders? Read our latest to find out why research point to yes:

Unfortunately, college is often a time where food struggles escalate into eating disorders. This animation follows the journey of one nursing student who found support at Equip, and changed her path: