National Eating Disorders Week 2015
The goal of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (#NEDAwarenessWeek) is to put the spotlight on the seriousness of eating disorders and to improve public understanding of their causes, triggers and treatments. By increasing awareness and access to resources, we can encourage early detection and intervention, which can improve the likelihood of full recovery for millions. 2015 THEME: I HAD NO IDEA This year the National Eating Disorders Association is focusing on the importance of early intervention and recognizing the diverse experiences of people personally affected by disordered eating. Too often, signs and symptoms are overlooked as insignificant behaviors when in fact many of these are early warning signs of eating disorders. Each day during #NEDAwareness Week, they will be targeting a different audience with information, resources and help. Here are 7 noteworthy things about eating disorders: 1. Athletes are at a higher risk of developing an eating disorder.  2.Eating Disorders can affect anyone regardless of race, age, ender or sexuality.  3. Eating disorders are often overlooked or misdiagnosed - even by doctors!  4. 35% of "normal" dieters progress to disordered eating.  5. The "perfect" images you see everyday are digital illusions. Look critically before you criticize yourself.  6. As many as 65% of people with eating disorders say bullying contributed to their condition.  7. Eating disorders aren't just a phase  |
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