Mike Gurr: Battling Eating Disorders with Compassion and Expertise
We want to show them what is happening internally. And really, this is another thing that this metabolic cart will do. The idea is: what's my relationship with food?
Imagine facing a battle where food itself becomes the enemy. In this episode of 'Beyond Theory', Mike Gurr, the Executive Director of The Meadows Ranch, sits down with host David Condos to tackle the life-threatening realities of eating disorders. Mike dives into the multifaceted approach his team takes to help women struggling with these conditions, which have the highest mortality rate among mental illnesses.
From neurofeedback to nutrition rehabilitation, Mike shares the innovative methods used at The Meadows Ranch to foster sustainable recovery. He also underscores the critical role of family support, especially through their transformative Family Week program. But it's not just about medical interventions; Mike emphasizes the power of compassion and understanding in the healing process.
Whether you're directly affected by an eating disorder or simply interested in mental health and addiction recovery, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and heartfelt insights from one of the leading experts in the field.