Be there for them. Be there for you.
I want to explore something often neglected. Carer self-care.
An eating disorder is mentally and physically draining, and it often takes away from caring for your own needs.
I am a person in recovery from an eating disorder and self-care is something I’ve been trying to implement more in my daily routine. In preparing this article, I wondered how my own circle of support practised self-care when they had to work so hard to prioritise my care?
What is HAES (Health at Every Size)
A trip to your GP can be a daunting experience for some individuals. A common, uncomfortable experience can be stepping on the scales.
Am I heavier or lighter than last time?
Quarterly Wrap Up – September 2022
Our quarterly wrap up includes news and collaborations, events, farewells, updates on research and more.
Eating disorders and National Carers Week 16 to 22 October 2022
Those who care for a loved one with an eating disorder are at the frontline of both a mental and physical illness, and can oftentimes feel invisible, undervalued and unsupported.
Carer self-care
When caring for a loved one with an eating disorder it’s common to feel overwhelmed, exhausted and isolated. Try some of our carer self-care tips.
Eating disorders and co-existing conditions
Eating disorders are incredibly complex. They usually don’t have a single cause nor do they have a straightforward recovery. Sadly, eating disorders are still so
What to do when your child won’t engage with treatment
What to do when your child won’t engage with eating disorder treatment No parent wants to see their child suffer. You do everything you possibly
Back to basics – Eating Disorders 101
Learning that your loved one has an eating disorder can be one of the most challenging times of your life. If you’ve never encountered eating disorders before – and let’s face it, most of us haven’t – you’ll have a never ending list of questions.
Change the conversation – why it’s important
Why it’s important to change the conversation about eating and exercise Magazine covers are splashed with headlines about celebrities’ “incredible” weight loss. Paparazzi photos of