Gregg Jantz

As any of you know that are reading this blog, our society (beyond just North America) puts an overemphasis on looks, beauty, clothing, etc. This is especially true for women (but it even affects men now).

Look at this study done by Dove (soap company):
90% of all women 15-64 worldwide want to change at least one aspect of their physical appearance (with body weight ranking the highest).

67% of all women 15 to 64 withdraw from life-engaging activities due to feeling badly about their looks (among them things like giving an opinion, going to school, going to the doctor).

61% of all women and 69% of girls (15 to 17) feel that their mother has had a positive influence on their feelings about themselves and their beauty.

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Because of some comments, I have added another picture of Ana Carolina Reston that shows her thinner. It is hard to find pictures of her just before she died because of various factors.

More important than how she looked before she did, is her BMI when she died. Reston's BMI was just 13.5 while the World Health Organization considers anyone with a BMI below 18.5 underweight. A BMI below 17.5 being one of the criteria for the diagnosis of anorexia nervosa and a BMI nearing 15 is usually used as an indicator for starvation.

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Brazil model Ana Carolina Reston, who weighed only 88 pounds, dies at 21 because of generalized infection as a result of anorexia.

"Take care for your children because their loss is irreparable," Reston's mother, Miriam, told the O Globo newspaper. "Nothing can make the pain go away. No money in the world is worth the life of your child."

The model's cousin, Dani Grimaldi, told the Estado de Sao Paulo newspaper that Reston also battled bulimia.

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Many times, way too often, doctors and psychologists turn to prescription drugs as the solution to depression. We recognize that at times because of chemical imbalances a person will need to take medication to help them overcome depression symptoms.

However, we believe there should be a whole-person approach to dealing with depression. The whole-person approach is based upon recognition of the unique components of an individual’s life and how these components interweave to form the whole person.

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After watching the pre-screening of the HBO documentary Thin directed by Lauren Greenfield, I feel it is important to share my thoughts regarding this documentary. My comments are regarding the content of the film, not necessarily about Renfrew Center.

After watching the pre-screening I felt that that many viewers will have a sense of hopelessness regarding the ability to have victory over an eating disorder. The film gave the sense that people do not recover from an eating disorder. Before I cover that subject I would like to share some other observations.

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Dr Jantz shares his thoughts on the HBO documentary "THIN"

Consumer Guide to Getting Help for an Eating Disorder

If you or someone you love has an eating disorder and you are considering getting treatment, be sure and both listen to my podcast, and read my Consumer Guide on getting help.

Dr Jantz shares about blogging, podcasting, and webcasting

I am excited about this new web site that gives me the ability to interact with those who may be struggling with various issues in their life. I will be providing advice, insights, guidance, and tips on such subjects as abuse, addictions, depression, eating disorders, gambling problems, relationship issues, and other topics.

You will have the opportunity to make comments and ask questions on any of my posts.

I want you to know there is hope for you, regardless of what may be happening in your life. Be encouraged, God really is on your side, even if it may not feel like it for the moment.

Anonymous Post-Question: I had an ED for a long time and struggle with cystic acne. Topical treatments don't work. I'm told its hormonal and due to high progesterone levels the middle to the end of my menstrual cycle (which is normal.) My understanding based on my own research is that it could be a vitamin A or B vitamin deficiencies. Can you shed some light on the topic? Thanks!

Anonymous Post-I had an ED for 16 years. By God's grace (his direction), He led me through a program similar to yours by connecting me with people who could help me deal with and heal from my illness. They included: Christian counselor, nutritionist, chiropractor, massage therapist, 12 step program etc. God also led me through a self education process on topics such as addiction, abuse, sexual abuse, codependency, family dynamcis, and faith. It's been a long tiring journey. I wish I had known about your facility. Exposure and access to that kind of help all under one roof would have been such a blessing!

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