101 - In this episode you will learn more about our hosts, Linda Mazur, Jack Mazur and Ellen Bennett, as they share their lived experience with you. They fought for their daughter’s lives when they became sick with anorexia nervosa, the deadliest psychiatric illness outside of opioid addiction. They are fierce advocates; two moms and a dad who are passionate about changing the way eating disorders and mental illness are viewed in our society. Linda, Jack, and Ellen, fight to change the systems we have learned to trust. They are fighting to keep individuals from falling through the cracks.

They will share some of their journeys and lived experience, with their daughters as they battled anorexia. This podcast is the first in the series and it will provide the framework for future podcasts discussing eating disorders and other mental illnesses.

Our Hosts
Linda and John(Jack) Mazur founded a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization in 2022, in memory of their daughter, Emilee, which provides peer support groups and social connection for adults with eating disorders and their loved ones. In addition, they speak at schools, colleges, and conferences to educate our community about the serious nature of eating disorders. For more information go to: www.TheEmileeConnection.com

Ellen Bennett is the director of KMB for Answers, a non-profit charity providing educational and financial support for mental health professionals as well as assistance for families in search of resources. For more information about Ellen Bennett and the foundation founded in memory of her daughter Katlyn, go to: www.Kmbforanswers.com

They authored the book, Emilee: The Story of a Girl and Her Family Hijacked by Anorexia, to honor their daughter’s wish, to raise awareness, evoke compassion, and foster change in how eating disorders are viewed and treated.

Paperback: and Kindle:https://www.amazon.com/Emilee-Story-Family-Hijacked-Anorexia/dp/170092012X ·

Audiobook:https://www.amazon.com/Emilee-Story-Family-Hijacked-Anorexia/dp/B08R6LRPDS

They can also be reached through the book website: https://emileethestoryofagirl.com or at Linda.john.mazur@gmail.com

8 Keys to Recovery from an Eating Disorder
https://www.amazon.com/Keys-Recovery-Eating-Disorder-Therapeutic/dp/0393706958

Understanding Teen Eating Disorders by Chris Halton, Cathie Simpson, Dr. Mary Tantillo
https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Teen-Eating-Disorders-Haltom/dp/1138068837

Multifamily Therapy Group for Young Adults with Anorexia Nervosa, by Mary Tantillo, Jennifer Sanftner McGraw, Daniel Le Grange https://www.amazon.com/Multifamily-Therapy-Adults-Anorexia-Nervosa/dp/113862490X

Sick Enough by Jennifer L. Gaudiani
https://www.amazon.com/Sick-Enough-Jennifer-L-Gaudiani/dp/0815382456

Life Without Ed by Jenni Schaefer
https://www.amazon.com/Life-Without-Ed-Declared-Independence/dp/0071422986


Resources:
Alliance for Eating Disorder Awareness; https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/

WNY Comprehensive Care Center; https://nyeatingdisorders.org/

Gaudiani Clinic; https://www.facebook.com/gaudianiclinic

Mom2Mom; https://www.facebook.com/groups/EatingDisordersMom2Mom

NEDA; https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/

Emily Program; https://www.emilyprogram.com/

Ophelia’s Place; https://www.opheliasplace.org/

Monte Nido; https://www.montenido.com/