What is Eating You with Dr. Carolyn Coker RossWhat is Eating You with Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross
Mental Health News Radio
What a lovely person Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross is and doing so much in the world to help others. We traveled around a bit during our discussion which made it all the more interesting. Our ending focus was on binge eating and how much it isn't about food....
48:18•26 May 2018
Unpacking Binge Eating with Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross
Episode Overview
- Dr. Ross' background in addiction and preventive medicine.
- Impact of adverse childhood experiences on health.
- Binge eating as a metaphor for emotional struggles.
- Integrative medicine's role in treating addictions.
- Personal stories of overcoming family addiction.
“Cookies were a metaphor for me of loneliness or need for adventure. Why not go out and have some real adventures rather than just relying on a little cookie?”
In this enlightening episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristin Sunanta Walker sits down with Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross, a renowned expert in addiction medicine and integrative approaches to mental health. Dr. Ross shares her unique perspective on binge eating, emphasizing that it often transcends the mere act of consuming food and delves into deeper emotional and psychological issues. Dr.
Ross provides insight into her medical background, having trained at the University of Michigan and becoming board-certified in addiction and preventive medicine. She recounts her journey from opening women's centers in San Diego to pursuing further education in integrative medicine under Dr. Andrew Weil. The conversation touches on the significant findings from the adverse childhood experiences study, which highlights how early life stressors can lead to a multitude of health challenges, including addictions and eating disorders. Dr.
Ross candidly discusses how her family's struggles with addiction motivated her to specialize in this field. Listeners are encouraged to rethink binge eating, viewing it not just as a dietary issue but as a metaphor for unmet emotional needs. Dr. Ross shares her personal journey of overcoming emotional reliance on food, emphasizing the importance of real-life adventures over temporary comfort from snacks. Throughout the episode, Dr.
Ross advocates for integrative medicine, which combines traditional practices with holistic approaches to treat addictions and eating disorders effectively. She invites listeners to explore her website and the Anchor Program for further information on her work. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of eating disorders and the profound impact of emotional wellbeing on physical health.
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