Semikolon

Laetitia Schrader
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A podcast about mental health especially regarding eating disorders. To raise awareness and help people who either are currently struggling or have friends/family who they want to help. 

Episodes

  1. 09/24/2024

    The Intersection of Eating Disorders and Trauma

    This episode explores the complex relationship between trauma and eating disorders, delving into how one can often lead to the other. Trauma will be redefined and I will try to unpack its effects on the brain, shedding light on how overwhelming emotions can manifest in harmful coping mechanisms. By understanding how trauma shapes behavior, we'll examine why disordered eating can become a method of regaining control and navigating emotional turmoil. Support the show

  2. 07/23/2024

    The Normalization of Eating Disorders

    This episode discusses the current normalization of eating disorders and disordered eating in our day and age and how this can be harmful to us and especially people with eating disorders. This will be done by explaining how this is noticeable in everyday life and what can be done to deal with it as someone who is currently struggling with food and body image etc.  Hope you enjoy 3 Support the show

  3. 02/03/2024

    50 Reasons to Recover

    In today’s episode I am giving you 50 reasons why you should recover. Maybe this can help you to start recovery or keep you motivated along your journey. This is thus probably more tailored towards people who are currently struggling but this still might provide you with insights into the thoughts and worries of a person with an ed. I hope this episode can serve as a small reminder that recovery is worth it. I hope you enjoy 3 Support the show

  4. 01/16/2024

    Day in the Life of a Person with an Eating Disorder

    In this episode I will show you how a day of a person with an eating disorder can look like by sharing some memories of mine in form of a short story. This is obviously very subjective and also very personal but I hope that this can help people who have no idea about eating disorders. I hope I can give an insight into some thought processes and just generally how the daily life of a person with an ed can look like. I really tried to include as many aspects as possible but this is obviously very compromised and based on my own experiences so please take this with a grain of salt!  I hope you enjoy anyways! 3 Support the show

  5. 01/10/2024

    Dealing with Perfectionism

    In todays episode I will talk about perfectionism and how this is correlated to eating disorders. I will moreover explain how perfectionism has affected me in the past, how it affects me now and how one might deal with it. I also try to provide tips on how to deal with anxiety and panic attacks and what friends and family can do to support a person who deals with this. I hope this is helpful and maybe helps one or the other person 3 Support the show

  6. 11/24/2023

    Navigating Friendship during Eating Disorders

    In this podcast episode, I interview/chat with a very close friend of mine who supported me through my eating disorder. We discuss her experiences and the challenges she faced while being there for me. Tune in as we uncover the lessons learned from navigating tough times in friendship and the importance of supporting someone through mental health struggles. Our conversation aims to provide guidance and understanding for anyone facing similar challenges in their relationships. Enjoy and go to the Instagram of Semikolon if you have any more questions under semikolon.de  3 Support the show

  7. 10/07/2023

    How to Approach a Person with an Eating Disorder

    A lot of people might know someone who is struggling and do actually want to help but just don't know how to go about it. I hope I can be of help with this issue today. This episode will provide you with my top 12 tip on how to approach a person with an eating disorder. These tips are based on my own experiences, friend's experiences and some extended research such that you are well equipped with some inside information to tackle this problem. I hope you enjoy no matter when you are listening to this and that you will get a better understanding of ed's!  Support the show

  8. 09/30/2023

    Eating Disorder Explained (Updated Version)

    In this episode of Semikolon, we dive deep into the often misunderstood world of eating disorders to shed light on the importance of recognizing these disorders and understanding their intricate characteristics. Throughout the episode, listeners will gain valuable knowledge about Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge-Eating Disorder, Orthorexia and ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder). Through personal anecdotes and research findings this episode serves as a crucial resource for anyone looking to better understand eating disorders, whether you are a concerned friend or family member, someone who just wants to educate themselves or someone navigating their own journey towards recovery. By the end of this episode, you'll be armed with the knowledge and hopefully empathy needed to recognize the signs, provide support, and foster a more compassionate society for those affected by eating disorders. We can with that hopefully take a step closer to a world where mental health and well-being are prioritized for all. References:   1. https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ 2. https://anad.org/eating-disorders-statistics/ 3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6370446/ 4. https://www.singlecare.com/blog/news/eating-disorder-statistics/ Support the show

  9. 09/25/2023

    My Top Tips for Recovery

    Whether you're personally navigating an eating disorder or seeking to support a loved one on their journey, this episode offers a compassionate and informative roadmap for recovery. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of eating disorders and the transformative steps you can take to reclaim your life, your health, and your happiness. This episode will discuss my top 17 tips for recovery assuming that you have already reached out to health professionals to get the proper care. I hope you will enjoy and maybe share this episode with friends and loved ones.  If you need immediate help call this number: ANAD-Hotline: 1-888-375-7767 Support the show

  10. 07/26/2023

    Introduction to Semikolon

    This episode is a little introduction to the podcast! I will talk about the purpose of this podcast, target population, my own experiences and why I started doing this podcast so that you guys know what you are in for.  It is a little get to know me so I really hope you enjoy! Support the show

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About

A podcast about mental health especially regarding eating disorders. To raise awareness and help people who either are currently struggling or have friends/family who they want to help. 

Information

  • Creator
    Laetitia Schrader
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Semikolon
  • Show Website
    Semikolon