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Shaking Off Gender Stereotypes 🌟 Shaking off the stereotypes. BRB: In our Smashing Gender Biases Era. Warning information provided may shift your world view and perspective. Q: Are we * finally * surpassing the age-old clichés? Mayyyyyybeeee... But have we REALLY moved beyond them? IMO:  it's time we take a leaf out of Taylor Swift's play book when it comes to gender stereotypes... In a bold move for International Women's Day 2022, CPB London launched a campaign that didn't just walk the talk—they danced through the talk, aiming to harmonize gender diversity by spotlighting our hidden biases. Themed 'Break The Bias,' this campaign pirouetted across the UK through socials, the grand stages of OOH, and the silver screens of cinemas. Diving into the minds of our future leaders, CPB London orchestrated a symphony of insights from 1,000 UK parents and their primary school-aged maestros, revealing a tune that might seem out of key for some. The study hit a high no

Rethinking Child Health: A Holistic, Inclusive Approach to the AAP’s Obesity Guidelines Overview In an era where the scales of children's health are tipping more than ever, the American Academy of Pediatrics ( AAP ) has introduced a seminal set of guidelines targeting childhood obesity, a condition that, according to 2017-2020 statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , affects nearly one in five children and adolescents in the United States. The shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic has only darkened this picture, with experts attributing the rise in obesity rates to factors like diminished physical activity, increased screen time, and a turn towards more processed foods. Even though research has suggested just how horrible processed foods really are for the human body- let alone a growing adolescent body. This is not just a transient wave but a rising tide, with the rate of childhood obesity seeing an alarming 2% increase during the pandemic, marking a continued u

By Alexxandra Stark | Eating Disorder Therapist to be | Recovery Hype Girl Hey Recovery Hype Squad 🌟 TL;DR Today, we're diving head first into some deep water. We are attempting to explore an area that's been in the shadows of society for a long time, but is so crucial for us to understand and address: the unique challenges and experiences men, especially men of color, face with eating disorders. The conversation is changing, and it's time we open up the conversation about this important topic. *Potential Trigger Warning* & *Disclaimer* Navigating the Complex Terrain of Diagnosis: For far too long, men of color struggling with eating disorders have been navigating a landscape filled with misdiagnosis and underdiagnosis. Why? Well, societal stereotypes and a lack of awareness have painted a picture that doesn't include them. The result? These brave souls might not even see their struggles as symptoms of an eating disorder or might encounter healthcare providers who