Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Eating Disorders Awareness Week is one of our biggest campaigns. Every year, we set the theme and ask our community to get involved. This year our theme is COMMUNITY.
WHO RUNS EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS WEEK?
Eating Disorders Awareness Week is run by Beat – the UK’s eating disorder charity.
Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that can affect anyone. Right now, at least 1 in 50 people in the UK have an eating disorder – and the emotional and physical toll also affects millions of loved ones. But there is hope.
With better understanding, faster diagnosis and proper treatment, recovery is possible. That’s why we’re here. We’re here when people need us most, empowering them to take the steps they need towards recovery. We support those around them, so they know what to do to help. And we work to stop others being affected in the future. Together, we'll change lives.
WHY COMMUNITY?
Eating disorders can be isolating, making people feel alone whether someone has an eating disorder themselves or whether they are supporting someone.
We’re celebrating the power of community and the vital role family, friends, and other support networks play in helping someone feel supported, understood, and never alone on their journey from seeking help, undergoing treatment and beyond.
We'll be talking about different types of community, the role of online communities and highlighting the importance of good wellbeing for everyone.
Join us in raising awareness — share your stories, show your support, and help us spread the message that you're not alone.
To learn how to get involved, please visit
https://edaw.beateatingdisorders.org.uk
You can find information and services available on this site
