Eating Disorders: Myths & Stereotypes
As
you might already know, it's Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2019. And
while we might not be doing as much as we have done in previous years,
we are still doing something to raise awareness and also support those
affected by eating disorders and eating problems/distress directly.
Unfortunately,
there are many myths, misconceptions and stereotypes surrounding eating
disorders and eating problems/distress that often discourage people
from seeking help and support or talking about their experiences with
someone.
Such
myths and stereotypes also contribute to the stigma surrounding eating
disorders and eating problems/distress and prevent people from seeking
help, talking about their experiences or utilising the services of
public, private or third sector organisations and practices.
The
poster below helps to dispel some of these myths and stereotypes and
hopefully helps to raise some awareness of eating disorders during this
Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2019.
If
you are looking for some support, counselling, therapy, CBT, stress
management sessions, guided CBT self-help, consultations, professional
services or anything else. please feel free to get in touch:
W: www.eatingdisorderscotland.co.uk
E: support@eatingdisorderscotland.co.uk
We
'get' it. We know that eating disorders do not discriminate and can
affect anyone, of any age, sex, gender, religion, background, sexuality,
educational background, occupations etc. We also know it's not always
about food, weight and appearance. We do know it's about how you feel,
your experiences and lots of other things. We are here to listen.
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