Paula Atkinson

Paula Atkinson, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker from Washington, DC, specializes in body justice and fat acceptance. She discusses the importance of understanding body justice, critiquing the commodification of body positivity while advocating for respect for all body types. The conversation delves into the implications of fat phobia in mental health, flawed obesity metrics like BMI, and the role of community meals in enhancing mental health. Atkinson highlights the influence of generational trauma on body image, emphasizing compassion and community support.