ED on ED

Join Liz and Dr. Ed as they deep dive into the complex topic of Eating Disorders (ED). In each episode, they analyze a true story from Dr. Ed's 30+ years as an ED Specialist that will broaden your understanding of Eating Disorders as a whole. We're excited to learn something new, and we hope you are too!

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EPISODE 26: SCRIPT “DOCTOR” for HEARTSTOPPER

September 29, 2023 • Ed on ED Podcast

In this episode, Liz challenges Dr. Ed to be a “Script Doctor” for Heartstopper Season 2. Heartstopper is a heartfelt British television show about teenagers - and season 2 includes a storyline where a main character, Charlie, is revealed to be struggling with an eating disorder. Liz and Dr. Ed discuss the show, but more importantly they get into HOW media should portray eating disorders when the target audience is young preteens and teens.

Also, check out this video on Norman Leer, whose organization connects Hollywood writers with medical professionals to accurately and sensitively portray various issues on screen (he’s also an amazing dude in many other ways as well!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctf1rVu6MNU&ab_channel=MattBaume

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