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Growing Up in the Mirror: Eating Disorders, Media, and the Adolescent Mind
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern Adolescence is a time of transition, a messy, transformative...
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May 23, 20253 min read
When Two Worlds Collide: Schizoaffective Disorder and Eating Disorders
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern Mental health is rarely simple. A lot of us wish it was — a...
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May 16, 20253 min read
Reimagining Recovery: Insights from Molly Robbins and Kat Rinaldi at MEDA 2025
Authored by Mandy Krzysiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern The 30th Annual MEDA Conference, held on May 1–2, 2025, in...
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May 9, 20252 min read
The Hidden Weight of Stigma: How Weight Bias Affects Medical Care
By Mandy Krzysiak, BA, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern Weight stigma is one of the most pervasive and overlooked forms of...
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May 3, 20253 min read
Eating Disorders and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern Pregnancy is a transformative time, physically and emotionally....
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Apr 25, 20252 min read
Feeling Lost After Undergraduate Graduation: Navigating the Uncertainty of Life’s Next Chapter
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern Graduating from college is often depicted as a monumental...
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Apr 12, 20254 min read
Fatphobia in Social Media: The Silent Epidemic
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern Social media has become an integral part of our lives,...
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Apr 4, 20254 min read
Fatphobia in the Primary Care Setting: A Barrier to Quality Healthcare
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern For many people in larger bodies, visiting a doctor can be a...
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Mar 26, 20252 min read
When the Body Says No: Medically Retiring an Athlete Due to an Eating Disorder
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern As a social work intern, one of the most challenging...
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Mar 19, 20253 min read
Understanding the Intersection of Non-Binary Identity and Eating Disorders: An MSS Student Interns Perspective
Authored by Mandy Krysziak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern As an intern, I have worked with many individuals who struggle...
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Mar 17, 20254 min read
Understanding Eating Disorders in Trans Teenagers: The Intersection of Gender
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern Gender Dysphoria and ARFID Eating disorders are a growing...
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Mar 14, 20255 min read
Visiting Theme Parks as a Fat Person: Tips, Realities, and Enjoying the Magic
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern Theme parks are supposed to be places of fun, excitement, and...
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Mar 11, 20253 min read
Breaking the Silence: Eating Disorder Awareness Week and the Struggles of Larger-Bodied Folks
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern As we observe Eating Disorder Awareness Week, it’s crucial to...
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Feb 25, 20254 min read
Eating Disorders and College Athletes: Understanding the Struggles and Finding Solutions
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern As the pressures of being a college athlete mount, the physical...
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Feb 14, 20253 min read
BPD in the Queer and Trans Community: Navigating Identity, Stigma, and Healing
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health...
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Feb 8, 20255 min read
Understanding PMDD: A Deeper Look Into Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern For many individuals who menstruate, the days leading up to...
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Jan 17, 20253 min read
The Benefits of Journaling for Mental Health: A Path to Emotional Well-Being
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern In today’s fast-paced world, it's easy for our thoughts and...
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Jan 10, 20253 min read
New Year's Intentions and Eating Disorders: Approaching Change with Compassion
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern As the new year approaches, many of us set resolutions to make...
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Jan 1, 20253 min read
Navigating the Holidays with an Eating Disorder: A Guide to Self-Care and Compassion
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern The holiday season can be a joyful time, full of celebrations,...
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Dec 23, 20244 min read
Mass Media and Its Role in Eating Disorders: The Impact of Unrealistic Standards
Authored by Mandy Kryzsiak, BA, MSS Candidate and The Understory Group Intern In today's society, mass media undeniably shapes our...
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Nov 15, 20244 min read
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