beat is the leading UK wide charity providing information, help and support for people affected by eating disorders – anorexia, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder.
The eating disorders research team at the Institute of Psychiatry in South London and working hard to understand more about the causes of anorexia and bulimia, and develop new better ways of treatment, and support for carers.
“Serving those affected by eating disorders”, SWEDA (aka Somerset and Wessex Eating Disorder Association) have a great site including message boards, information, loads of links to other advice, and locally based support services.
The Mental Health Foundation – In their own words – “works to improve services for anyone affected by mental health problems, whatever their age and wherever they live”. Includes an overview of eating disorders.
Mind: a leading UK charity that provides information, carries out research, campaigns and Mind helps people take control of their mental health. We do this by providing high-quality information and advice and campaigning to promote and protect good mental health for everyone. Includes information about a wide variety of eating disorders.
SANE undertakes research, raises awareness and provides help and information on a range of mental health conditions. Includes SANEline, a telephone helpline operating between 6pm and 11pm, on 0845 767 8000
Information about eating disorders from the Royal College of Psychiatrists
The National Centre for Eating Disorders “provides effective solutions for eating disorders such as compulsive eating, unsuccessful dieting and bulimia” – in their own words!
Overeater’s Anonymous is “a fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength and hope, are recovering from compulsive overeating”
Eating Disorders Information – Learn more about eating disorders and disordered eating patterns, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder and how they can be prevented and treated.
The Something Fishy Website on Eating Disorders – Information on Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, Compulsive Overeating. Eating Disorders definitions, signs and symptoms, physical dangers, treatment finder, online support and much more.
