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Why eating disorder communities can become competitive

I want to support my friend with their eating disorder but every conversation makes me competitive about who is sicker or more recovered.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Shared struggle can activate comparison patterns that undermine genuine connection and mutual support.

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Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Eating disorders — all presentations?”

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