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Confirmation Bias

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Confirmation Bias: “What is That?” 

Going into April celebrating April Fools Day is like experiencing biased confirmation.  People look to influence our thinking to match what they are saying to us, just to yell ”APRIL FOOLS”! 

Confirmation bias means we seek out information that supports/validates our preconceptions based on our current beliefs and reject any information that challenges those beliefs. 

 There are 3 types of Confirmation Biases: 

  1.  Biased search for information – We research information that supports our views, beliefs. (I love Google). 
  1. Biased Interpretations – We evaluate the data that supports our views differently than the data that challenges our views. (We lie to ourselves). 
  1. Biased Memories – We tend to be selective in how we remember experiences that are going to support our narratives. (Keeps stereotyping alive and thriving). 

Our biases are influenced by: 

Social Media Posts, Religious Practice, Family Patterns, Environment in which we live. 

Explore and Learn the implications of how you are impacted! 

“Confirmation bias is like a horse running a race with blinders on and slowing down just before the finish line assured that he is winning, just to come in second place.” JB 

What are your confirmation biased blind spots?

-Jania Bailey-Boyd, MS

 

Manna’s Open House Event, Networking + Wine Tasting Event

Manna's Open House

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Join us for an Open House, Networking and Wine Tasting Event!

WHEN: March 28th, 2025
WHERE: Manna Office: 3305 Breckinridge Blvd. Ste 116, Duluth, GA 30096
4PM-7PM

Wine Tasting – Sip and savor a selection of wines
Light Bites – Enjoy delicious hors d'oeuvres
Silent Auction – Bid on exciting items and experiences
Networking – Connect with like-minded professionals and supporters
Meet our dedicated staff, tour our space, and learn more about Manna Fund’s mission to provide life-changing support for those struggling with trauma and eating disorders.

Become a food/beverage sponsor today: Email us at marketing@mannatreatment.com

     Sponsorship Opportunities

 Table Sponsorship - $250

  • Table at Event
  • Name & Logo on Manna Fund website event page for One Year
  • Email and Social Media Recognition
  • Sponsorship Recognition at Event

All proceeds will benefit scholarships for trauma and eating disorder treatment.

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I AM Who I AM

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I AM Who I AM

“I AM OLGA!”

The bouncing blonde woman, dressed in a 150-year-old Ukrainian outfit, beamed as she introduced herself in her Ukrainian accent.

“Yes, you are!” I replied, smiling back.

She was adorable—radiating joy, eager to share her story of how she was supporting her family back home. Olga was a beautiful example of someone embracing her true essence, allowing it to shine through her words and presence.

What would it be like to fully embody and radiate our internal essence? To be so joyful about who we are that we literally light up a room?

What if our “I am” was filled with excitement, exuberance, and a deep, life-giving joy?

How would that change how we feel inside? What would we be doing?

Hopefully, at some point in your life, you’ve experienced that feeling. Maybe in the past, maybe even today. If the parents, leaders, coaches, and mentors of the world are doing their jobs, they encourage us to learn, grow, and embrace both our successes and our flaws.

I believe one of the most intimate things God ever said was, “I AM who I AM.” (Exodus 3:14)

When I researched the Hebrew meaning of this phrase, I found that it expresses God’s eternal existence—He is who He says He is. He exists. He be. Yesterday, today, and tomorrow. A continuous state of being.

If that’s true, then one of the most powerful and intimate statements we can utter begins with “I am.”

How we finish that phrase shapes who we are. It influences how we feel, how we live, and ultimately, who we become.

We use “I am” in two key ways:

1. In relation to others – “I am… your teacher. A mother. His friend.” These statements define our roles in the lives of those around us. They carry meaning, power, and nuance depending on how we interpret ourselves in those relationships.

2. In relation to ourselves – “I am… sad. Thoughtful. Safe. Loved.” These statements reveal our internal world. Whether spoken aloud or expressed

through tone, facial expressions, or behavior, they communicate how we perceive ourselves in that moment.

Every time we complete the phrase “I am,” we shape our reality. Each thought influences the next, setting the course for our lives.

So, be mindful of what you say—especially to yourself. Your brain doesn’t always distinguish between words spoken by others and the thoughts you generate internally.

Remember, God created the heavens and the earth with just His words. He spoke, and it came to be.

What if the same creative power exists within us?

He also created you—uniquely, wonderfully, intentionally. So live like the masterpiece you are. Speak blessings over yourself. Be the only you that exists—imperfect, undeniable, amazing.

You.

-Dr. Genie Burnett, Psy.D, CEDS-S; CEO and Clinical Director

MannaFest Blues & Cues 2024

Manna Fund Blues & Clues 2024

MannaFest 2024 is just around the corner! Join us for our Annual "MannaFest: Memphis Blues & Cues" Fundraiser!

We are going to bring "The best of Memphis to the heart of Atlanta"! Come join us for a night in Memphis, complete with a BBQ contest, live Blues Band, grand prizes, and more!

WHEN: Friday, May 3rd, 2024 from 6pm - 9pm

WHERE: Pontoon Brewing Company - 8601 Dunwoody Place, Building 500, Suite 500 Sandy Springs, GA 30350

Purchase your tickets below!

     2024 Sponsorship Opportunities

 "The Elvis" Sponsorship - $500

  • Name & Logo on Media Signage
  • 4 Event Tickets
  • Table at Event
  • Name & Logo on Manna Fund website event page for One Year
  • Email and Social Media Recognition

 If you would like to become an Event Sponsor, please let us know! Email Us: marketing@mannatreatment.com

All proceeds will benefit scholarships for trauma and eating disorder treatment.

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IOP – Intensive Outpatient Program

Eating Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program

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Eating Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

When someone is in need of a more intensive, structured outpatient treatment setting, they may find benefit from engaging in an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This treatment option allows individuals to receive weekly group therapy (12 hours), individual therapy (1x), dietary therapy(1x), and psychiatric therapy (1x month).

Manna follows the eating disorder protocol set forth by the American Psychiatric Association.

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Issue

Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient

Partial Hospitalization

Residential

Inpatient

Medical

Medical monitoring is not required -------------------------->

Stable & may require medical monitoring

Severe medical issues requiring attention

Suicide

Not typically suicidal; has coping skills to cope with pain --------------------------->

Intent, plan, or post-attempt

Weight

>85%

>80%

>80%

<85%

<85%

Meal Plan

Self-sufficient

Self-sufficient

Needs structure to gain weight

Needs supervision at all meals or may act out

Requires supervision; can't control acting out

Compulsive Behaviors

Focus on managing triggers

Gaining insight, connecting thoughts with behavior

Some acting out, but better controlled

Struggling with change; rely on external help

Difficulty controlling; may act out in hospital

Eating Disorder IOP runs Monday-Thursday, (4PM-7PM)

This program provides a structured environment for all individuals 13 and up as well as all genders. This level of care involves attending 12 hours of groups per week, dietary sessions (1x week), psychiatric review (1x month), and individual therapy (1x week).

Children - Please call to have your child (8-12) evaluated for this level of care. We are highly client focused and will provide some group support when needed for this age group.

ED Family IOP runs Tues, Weds, Thurs (4PM-7PM)

Manna instituted the Family IOP (typically for families of clients with eating disorders, but trauma recovery client families would benefit from this program on Monday and Weds nights) in Summer 2021 in order to help manage the health care crisis. These groups are designed to help support parents, spouses, children, and others of clients who struggle with eating disorders.

Our preliminary research on this program has shown that the clients in PHP and IOP have drastically reduced their time in both PHP and IOP. The typical length of stay prior to this program was 4 months; the typical length of stay with families in this program dropped by one month to 3 months.

Want to Participate in any of these programs?

Please contact the front desk at (770) 495-9775 to set up an appointment for any of these programs. You can also set up your intake appointment by clicking on the button below.

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