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Introduction to Eating Disorders: More than just food
Trigger Warning (TW)Eating disorders are very serious, complex mental health conditions that involve disordered thoughts and behaviours around food, body image, and weight.
Treatment and Recovery
Theray: CBT, DBT, FBT
Medical Monitoring
Nutritional counseling
Medication to address underlying conditions such as anxiety and depression.
Support group or peer recovery communities
If someone you care about is struggling:
- Listen without being judgemental
- Avoid commenting on their ppearance, food or weight- even compliments can be triggering.
- Encouraging professional help
- Be patient-it's not about "just eating more" or "snapping out of it"
- Let them know they are worthy and loved exactly as they are.
Even just saying “I see you. I’m here for you” can be powerful.Mental health challenges are real and support is available through the Ministry of Health and Wellness and local non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs).
- Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Helpline: Call 888-NEW-LIFE (888-639-5433). This is a national 24-hour service provided by the Ministry of Health and Wellness.
- U-Matter (Youth Support): A messaging-based chatline for young people. Text 876-838-4897 via WhatsApp or SMS.
- SafeSpot (Child/Teen Hotline): Call 888-723-3776 or WhatsApp 876-439-5199. This is a dedicated multi-sectoral helpline for children and adolescents.
- U-Matter Chatline: This is a messaging-based chatline for youth in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Wellness. You can reach them via WhatsApp at (876)838-4897.
- Emergency Services: For urgent physical safety or medical emergencies, call 119.
- Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) Hotline: This hotline provides mental health and emotional support for children and adolescents and operates 24/7. Contact them at (876) 9223826.
Thank you for joining me on this episode of Invisibility by Ciardha.
Remember, Invisible no more. Open Eyes, Open Minds. See you next time!!
#EatingDisorderAwareness#EDAwareness #EatingDisorderRecovery #EDEducation #MentalHealthMatters#UnderstandingED #BodyNeutrality
#DietCultureDropout #IntuitiveEating#AllBodiesAreGoodBodies #FoodFreedom #EDRecoveryCommunity#NEDA (National Eating DisordersAssociation) #RecoveryIsPossible #SupportNotStigma #HealingJourney #BoysGetEDsToo
Music track: Cinematic by AylexSource: https://freetouse.com/musicNo Copyright Background Music
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By Kimberley HepburnTrigger Warning (TW)Eating disorders are very serious, complex mental health conditions that involve disordered thoughts and behaviours around food, body image, and weight.
Treatment and Recovery
Theray: CBT, DBT, FBT
Medical Monitoring
Nutritional counseling
Medication to address underlying conditions such as anxiety and depression.
Support group or peer recovery communities
If someone you care about is struggling:
- Listen without being judgemental
- Avoid commenting on their ppearance, food or weight- even compliments can be triggering.
- Encouraging professional help
- Be patient-it's not about "just eating more" or "snapping out of it"
- Let them know they are worthy and loved exactly as they are.
Even just saying “I see you. I’m here for you” can be powerful.Mental health challenges are real and support is available through the Ministry of Health and Wellness and local non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs).
- Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Helpline: Call 888-NEW-LIFE (888-639-5433). This is a national 24-hour service provided by the Ministry of Health and Wellness.
- U-Matter (Youth Support): A messaging-based chatline for young people. Text 876-838-4897 via WhatsApp or SMS.
- SafeSpot (Child/Teen Hotline): Call 888-723-3776 or WhatsApp 876-439-5199. This is a dedicated multi-sectoral helpline for children and adolescents.
- U-Matter Chatline: This is a messaging-based chatline for youth in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Wellness. You can reach them via WhatsApp at (876)838-4897.
- Emergency Services: For urgent physical safety or medical emergencies, call 119.
- Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) Hotline: This hotline provides mental health and emotional support for children and adolescents and operates 24/7. Contact them at (876) 9223826.
Thank you for joining me on this episode of Invisibility by Ciardha.
Remember, Invisible no more. Open Eyes, Open Minds. See you next time!!
#EatingDisorderAwareness#EDAwareness #EatingDisorderRecovery #EDEducation #MentalHealthMatters#UnderstandingED #BodyNeutrality
#DietCultureDropout #IntuitiveEating#AllBodiesAreGoodBodies #FoodFreedom #EDRecoveryCommunity#NEDA (National Eating DisordersAssociation) #RecoveryIsPossible #SupportNotStigma #HealingJourney #BoysGetEDsToo
Music track: Cinematic by AylexSource: https://freetouse.com/musicNo Copyright Background Music