BIPOC and people in larger bodies aren’t getting the treatment they need for eating disorders

The New School Free Press explores how treatment for eating disorders is exclusionary. The selective treatments are exclusionary towards BIPOC and people in larger bodies. Illustration by Caitlin Du

Healthcare professionals and New School students share insight on how eating disorder treatment can become more inclusive for BIPOC and individuals in larger bodies. Content warning: This article…

Peer Listening is a New Alternative to Counseling at Student Health Services

Mica McGriggs, Staff Psychologist Coordinator for Mental Health Equity. Photo provided by New School Communications

In an effort to seek alternative mental health support for students, Student Health Services has introduced a peer listening pilot program where trained students listen and offer support…