Suicide, Stigma and Prevention with Missy Stolfi
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104 - In this Episode Linda Mazur, Jack Mazur, and Ellen Bennett will interview Missy Stolfi. Missy is the Area Director for the Western and Greater Central New York Chapters...
show moreMissy holds a B.S. in History from SUNY College at Oneonta, and a M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration – Student Affairs from the University at Buffalo. She resides in Tonawanda, enjoys volunteering locally, rooting for the Yankees and Bills, and spending time with her niece and nephew.
According to the CDC, more than 47,500 people die by suicide each year, making it the tenth leading cause of death among adults in the United States and the second leading cause of death among individuals 10-34 years of age.
This is a conversation you don’t want to miss.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Resources:
General AFSP website: http://www.afsp.org
Learn the signs: https://afsp.org/risk-factors-protective-factors-and-warning-signs
How to help a friend who is struggling: http://www.afsp.org/realconvo
Resources for after a suicide loss: http://www.afsp.org/loss
Get involved locally: http://www.afsp.org/westernny
Eating Disorder Resources:
WNY Comprehensive Care Center for Eating Disorders; https://nyeatingdisorders.org/
Alliance for Eating Disorder Awareness; https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/
Gaudiani Clinic; https://www.facebook.com/gaudianiclinic
Mom2Mom; https://www.facebook.com/groups/EatingDisordersMom2Mom
NEDA; https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
Emily Program; https://www.emilyprogram.com/
Ophelia’s Place; https://www.opheliasplace.org/
Monte Nido; https://www.montenido.com/
Our Hosts: · Linda and John(Jack) Mazur founded a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization in 2022, in memory of their daughter, Emilee, which provides peer support groups and social connection for adults with eating disorders and their loved ones. In addition, they speak at schools, colleges, and conferences to educate our community about the serious nature of eating disorders.
For more information go to: www.TheEmileeConnection.com They authored the book, Emilee: The Story of a Girl and Her Family Hijacked by Anorexia, to honor their daughter’s wish, to raise awareness, evoke compassion, and foster change in how eating disorders are viewed and treated.
Ellen Bennett is the director of KMB for Answers, a non-profit charity providing educational and financial support for mental health professionals as well as assistance for families in search of resources. For more information about Ellen Bennett and the foundation founded in memory of her daughter Katlyn, go to: www.Kmbforanswers.com
Books
Paperback: and Kindle:https://www.amazon.com/Emilee-Story-Family-Hijacked-Anorexia/dp/170092012X ·
Audiobook:https://www.amazon.com/Emilee-Story-Family-Hijacked-Anorexia/dp/B08R6LRPDS
They can also be reached through the book website: https://emileethestoryofagirl.com or at Linda.john.mazur@gmail.com
8 Keys to Recovery from an Eating Disorder
https://www.amazon.com/Keys-Recovery-Eating-Disorder-Therapeutic/dp/0393706958
Understanding Teen Eating Disorders by Chris Halton, Cathie Simpson, Dr. Mary Tantillo
https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Teen-Eating-Disorders-Haltom/dp/1138068837
Multifamily Therapy Group for Young Adults with Anorexia Nervosa, by Mary Tantillo, Jennifer Sanftner McGraw, Daniel Le Grange https://www.amazon.com/Multifamily-Therapy-Adults-Anorexia-Nervosa/dp/113862490X
Sick Enough by Jennifer L. Gaudiani
https://www.amazon.com/Sick-Enough-Jennifer-L-Gaudiani/dp/0815382456
Life Without Ed by Jenni Schaefer
https://www.amazon.com/Life-Without-Ed-Declared-Independence/dp/0071422986
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