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Dr Becky Kennedy recalls anorexia before college, links it to fear of wanting

By Egleze Editorial Desk · Published September 16, 2026 · Call Her Daddy · Dr. Becky: Parenting 101
Dr Becky Kennedy recalls anorexia before college, links it to fear of wanting
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"“I think one of my first times where that came into major conflict was probably my anorexia before I went to college. I mean, I think anorexia at the end of the day is a struggle with desire.”"

Dr Becky Kennedy recalls experiencing anorexia before going to college and says she views it as a struggle with desire. She connects it to people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries and learning to express wants and needs.

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Dr. Becky Kennedy · guest
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Call Her Daddy
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Dr. Becky: Parenting 101
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47:50
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