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hdean1974
Jan 11 min read
A New Year Without Resolutions
For as long as I can remember, New Year's resolutions always revolved around the same familiar promises: “I’ll exercise more,” “I’ll lose...
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hdean1974
Dec 28, 20241 min read
Atypical Anorexia Nervosa: Misunderstood and Undervalued
Atypical anorexia nervosa (AN) is a serious mental health condition that often goes misunderstood because it doesn't fit the classic...
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hdean1974
Nov 23, 20242 min read
Staying Strong: Finding the Motivation to Keep Going in Eating Disorder Recovery
For anyone battling an eating disorder, finding the motivation to continue in recovery can feel like an impossible task. Some days, it’s...
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hdean1974
Nov 9, 20244 min read
A Journey From Self-Doubt to Self-Love: Reclaiming My Life After Anorexia
As I sit here reflecting on my journey, I realise how far I’ve come from the person I once was. There was a time in my life when I felt...
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hdean1974
Nov 7, 20244 min read
No-one said that being a teen was easy!
Being a teenager is tough—there’s no sugar-coating it. As if growing up weren’t complicated enough, today’s teens face the added weight...
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hdean1974
Nov 1, 20241 min read
ADHD & BINGE EATING DISORDER (BED)
Food becomes a comfort in times of stress or change. For people with ADHD, managing emotions and navigating life’s transitions can be...
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hdean1974
Oct 7, 20241 min read
Stepping Stones with Helen Dean
Dual Dietitian and Registered Counsellor Working as both a dietitian and a registered counsellor in the field of eating disorders offers...
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hdean1974
Sep 25, 20241 min read
Building Skills in Meal Support
Supporting a loved one with an eating disorder can be a challenging journey. #SteppingStonesWithHelenDean is hosting a free online...
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hdean1974
Sep 10, 20241 min read
Proposal to weigh children at school! Surely not?!
Proposal to weigh children at school! Surely not?! As someone who works with children and adolescents with eating disorders, the idea of...
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hdean1974
Aug 31, 20241 min read
Free Q & A session for parents and carers
Are you a parent or carer of someone struggling with an eating disorder like anorexia, ARFID, bulimia, OSFED, or binge eating disorder? *...
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hdean1974
Aug 26, 20242 min read
Transform Meal time challenges into Victories
Fostering a positive relationship with food for your child is crucial for their overall well-being and development. Here are some tips to...
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hdean1974
Aug 21, 20241 min read
Working in Eating Disorders
Whether you've been working in the field of eating disorders for years or have just started, Helen offers supervision services tailored...
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hdean1974
Aug 15, 20241 min read
Navigating Guilt in Eating Disorder Recovery
Feeling guilty about eating "bad" food is something many people experience, and it’s important to address both the emotional and...
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hdean1974
Aug 14, 20242 min read
Setting goals as a family creates strong bonds.
Family support can be crucial in recovery for several reasons: Emotional Support : Family members can provide a sense of comfort,...
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hdean1974
Aug 9, 20241 min read
Introducing Family-Based Treatment (FBT) for ARFID at Stepping Stones
At Stepping Stones with Helen Dean, we're thrilled to expand our services to include Family-Based Treatment (FBT) for...
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hdean1974
Jul 24, 20241 min read
How important is having a dietitian as a part of recovery?
My response- ESSENTIAL! Many people, including some healthcare professionals, don't fully grasp the complexity of eating disorders and...
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hdean1974
Jul 11, 20242 min read
It's just a number!
What often starts as "wanting to be healthy", has become an obsession. It is now ingrained in your daily routine. Trying to stop seems...
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hdean1974
May 16, 20241 min read
EXTREME HUNGER
Extreme hunger and anorexia nervosa might seem contradictory at first glance, but they can coexist and even interact in complex ways....
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