Tonight we are starting a new support group for eating disorders in Glendale, CA. The group is open to individuals looking for help to overcome their eating disorder and also open to parents, families and loved ones who long to understand more about them. Unfortunately eating disorders come with a stigma that often makes people […]
The Less Obvious Problem With Obsession
By Lori Hanson What do you think of when you hear the word obsession? Perfume, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), a stalker, a golden retriever that wants to play ball all the time? For people with eating disorders their lives and thoughts are a chronic cycle of obsession. I know only too well from personal experience. […]
Monica Seles Scores Big and Finds LOVE For Herself
By Lori Hanson Last month I received an email from Avery Books asking me if I would be willing to review Monica Seles’ new book. A huge tennis fan with memories of when Monica hit the scene I quickly agreed. When I saw Monica on Dancing With the Stars last fall I was struck by how […]
Recovery, Rehab and Treatment
By Lori Hanson Yesterday I spent the day visiting with new friends in Orange County. I met with the Orange County Chapter of WAAT (Women’s Association of Addiction Treatment www.WAAT.US) for lunch. I met people from sober living homes, eating disorder treatment facilities and drug and alcohol treatment programs. I am still astounded at the number […]
REEL Recovery – Silent Movie Theater
By Lori Hanson This week I’m joining with Writers in Treatment to sponsor the film Sid & Nancy at the Silent Movie Theater on Fairfax in LA. Writers in Treatment a non-profie organization is presenting eight classic films on addiction every Tuesday. The program started with the first Tuesday in April and continues through May. Directors, writers […]
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