Uploaded January 2024 | Updated September 2026, 13 hours ago
There is a lot of symptom substitution in eating disorders (switching to a new behavior while getting rid of another one that has become unacceptable or unavailable). Rebbie shares her personal experience with bulimia, restricting, over-exercise and orthorexia; Marian shares her viewpoint as an expert treater of eating disorders.
Marian McGavran, MSW, LCSW, BACS, CEDS-S, is a psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders; she previously was the Program Director for the River Oaks Hospital Eating Disorder Program.
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Disclaimer: "Please be advised this video may contain sensitive information. All content found within this publication (VIDEO) is provided for informational purposes only. All cases may differ, and the information provided is a general guide. The content is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific questions about a medical condition, you should consult your doctor or other qualified medical professional for assistance or questions you have regarding a medical condition. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes does not recommend any specific course of medical remedy, physicians, products, opinion, or other information.
Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes expressly disclaims responsibility and shall have no liability for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffering as a result of reliance on the information in this publication. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm or suicide, it’s okay to ask for help. 24 hour support is provided by hopeline-nc.org (877.235.4525), suicidepreventionlifeline.org (800.273.8255), kidshelpphone.ca (800.668.6868).”
There is a lot of symptom substitution in eating disorders (switching to a new behavior while getting rid of another one that has become unacceptable or unavailable). Rebbie shares her personal experience with bulimia, restricting, over-exercise and orthorexia; Marian shares her viewpoint as an expert treater of eating disorders.
Marian McGavran, MSW, LCSW, BACS, CEDS-S, is a psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders; she previously was the Program Director for the River Oaks Hospital Eating Disorder Program.
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For more information about BORDERLINE, the feature-length documentary we made about BPD, please visit: borderlinethefilm.com
Our archive of videos on mental health is expanding - be sure to subscribe to our channel here: youtube.com/borderlinernotes
Disclaimer: "Please be advised this video may contain sensitive information. All content found within this publication (VIDEO) is provided for informational purposes only. All cases may differ, and the information provided is a general guide. The content is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific questions about a medical condition, you should consult your doctor or other qualified medical professional for assistance or questions you have regarding a medical condition. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes does not recommend any specific course of medical remedy, physicians, products, opinion, or other information.
Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes expressly disclaims responsibility and shall have no liability for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffering as a result of reliance on the information in this publication. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm or suicide, it’s okay to ask for help. 24 hour support is provided by hopeline-nc.org (877.235.4525), suicidepreventionlifeline.org (800.273.8255), kidshelpphone.ca (800.668.6868).”
