Explore every episode of the podcast The Weigh Up: Eating Disorder Diaries
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campaigning for better awareness and treatment of eating disorders | 18 Sep 2023 | 00:29:23 | |
Molly speaks to campaigner Hope Virgo about her campaigning for better support and treatment of eating disorders. We also hear from listeners on how the podcast has helped them. If you, or someone you know, have been affected by eating disorders, there is a list of organisations that may be able to help at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline | |||
| Finding Acceptance | 17 Apr 2023 | 00:27:50 | |
Molly is joined by YouTube and social media influencer Anna Saccone Joly, who talks about finding acceptance in recovery from her bulimia and how she moved forward with her life. If you, or someone you know, have been affected by eating disorders, there is a list of organisations that may be able to help at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline | |||
| Coming soon... | 21 Feb 2023 | 00:02:41 | |
Recovering anorexic Molly guides you through the truths of eating disorders and learns how others have found their way up. | |||
| Social Media And Eating Behaviour | 10 Apr 2023 | 00:32:15 | |
Molly is joined by Dr Alex George and Kerri Flemming from BEAT to discuss how social media can affect eating behaviour and how we can use social media in a responsible and positive way. If you, or someone you know, have been affected by eating disorders, there is a list of organisations that may be able to help at http://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline | |||
| Stereotypes And Cultural Challenges | 03 Apr 2023 | 00:42:42 | |
Molly is joined with three guests who have struggled with binge eating disorder, ARFID and bulimia. They talk about their struggles 'not fitting' the eating disorder stereotype, and what happens when there are cultural challenges to deal with at the same time. If you, or someone you know, have been affected by eating disorders, there is a list of organisations that may be able to help at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline | |||
| Recovery And Relapse | 27 Mar 2023 | 00:35:28 | |
Molly speaks to YouTuber Jodie Porteous about her eating disorder. They discuss how to recognise a relapse and discover recovery isn’t linear. If you, or someone you know, have been affected by eating disorders, there is a list of organisations that may be able to help at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline | |||
| Visiting An Eating Disorder Clinic | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:42:05 | |
Molly visits an outpatient eating disorder clinic where she speaks to Lynne, 44, who has struggled with anorexia for over half of her life. They discuss some of her most difficult moments including being admitted to a psychiatric hospital last year and the difficulties of being a mum with an eating disorder. Consultant clinical psychologist lead Dr Magdalene Sampson also joins to talk through some of the upcoming treatments for eating disorders available on the NHS. If you, or someone you know, have been affected by eating disorders, there is a list of organisations that may be able to help at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline | |||
| Eating Disorders: The Friends' Point Of View | 14 Mar 2023 | 00:37:02 | |
Molly speaks with two of her closest friends Eloise and Charlotte. They have been friends with Molly through the ups downs and everything in between. They talk about how to support a friend with an eating disorder and what not to say. If you, or someone you know, have been affected by eating disorders, there is a list of organisations that may be able to help at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline | |||
| Breaking Barriers | 07 Mar 2023 | 00:35:00 | |
Molly speaks with mental health campaigner, James Downs, about his difficulty accessing treatment for bulimia and anorexia. They also discuss the stereotypes people with eating disorders can face. If you, or someone you know, have been affected by eating disorders, there is a list of organisations that may be able to help at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline | |||
| Eating Disorders: A Family Illness | 01 Mar 2023 | 00:40:13 | |
Eating disorders can affect the whole family. How did Molly’s anorexia impact her parents and sister? Find out in this candid episode where they share their challenges and insights. In an honest conversation with her mum, dad and sister, they reveal how they coped and supported Molly through her recovery. If you, or someone you know, have been affected by eating disorders, there is a list of organisations that may be able to help at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline | |||
| Meet Molly: Recovering Anorexic | 01 Mar 2023 | 00:34:53 | |
From being diagnosed at the age of 14 to getting treatment, Molly talks about her anorexia recovery journey. She catches up with her former mental health nurse, Stephen Clarke, and consultant psychiatrist, Dr Anna Conway Morris. They discuss her treatment and how she found her way up. If you, or someone you know, have been affected by eating disorders, there is a list of organisations that may be able to help at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline | |||