Eating Disorders and Body Image Among Boys and Men w/ Dr. Jason Nagata and William Hornby

Mar 2

March 2, 2023

Show Notes

On this episode of Students of Mind, Jayde invites two guests to share about eating disorders and body image among boys and men—a mental health topic that is not discussed enough. The first guest is Dr. Jason Nagata, an assistant professor at UCSF and expert in this topic. Dr. Nagata talks about how he was exposed to working in nutrition for boy's and men and eating disorders. He shares his vast knowledge about how the medical system leaves males out of the loop when it comes to eating disorder research and treatment. Dr. Nagata also talks about how eating disorders manifest in boys and men due to their societal roles and lived experiences.

Next up is William Hornby, a mental health advocate, social media influencer, singer, and actor. William brings to the table his journey with eating disorders and body dysmorphia. He shares how he stumbled into getting help for his eating disorder, how be utilized TikTok as a way to become the resource he needed, how the patriarchy drives eating disorders in men, and the impact of the pandemic on his recovery. William's story provides an inside look at how eating disorders show up in men, but also how the system of patriarchy makes it difficult for others to identify their needs and seek help.

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Connect with our guest(s):

Follow Dr. Jason Nagata:
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Twitter: @jasonmnagata

Follow William Hornby:
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IG: @williamhornby
Tiktok: @williamhornby