General Article Eating disorders – let’s look at the facts

Topic Selected: Understanding Eating Disorders Book Volume: 461

Did you know that about 1.25 million people in the UK live with an eating disorder? Despite the conditions being common, there are many myths about what eating disorders are, who they affect and how you can recover from them.

Open Mental Health partner SWEDA, a charity supporting people affected by eating disorders, has information for adults, parents and professionals. So, for Eating Disorders Awareness Week, let’s get our facts straight.

Myth: Eating disorders are a choice.

Fact: Eating di...

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