Food disorders run rampant among college students. More than ever men are also being affected by body image. Body hatred has become an unspoken epidemic. Through slides and narrative River explores the relationship between media, peer pressure, family and the predominance of eating disorders in our culture. Using humor and insight, River helps people find peace with their bodies and food.
River is an international lecturer as well as an award winning journalist and poet.
She is the author of three books of poetry as well as the photo documentary book A Positive Life. A graduate of Hunter College, she holds degrees in Physical Education and Music, as well as an Honorary Doctorate of Humanities from Albright College. She is a sex columnist and an advocate for women's health issues.