Affecting approximately 1.6 million people in the UK, the term eating disorder refers to an abnormal or distorted attitude towards food or body image that determines what one does, or doesn't consume - sufferers often have an unrealistic fear of food, calories or becoming fat, and can over or under eat.
Binge eating disorder, anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa can all have a detrimental impact on mental and physical health, forcing sufferers to develop a multitude of health concerns - some potentially life threatening - experience overwhelming emotions of self loathing and depression, and become increasingly more socially isolated and withdrawn.
As an ex anorexic, bulimic and binge eater, not only have I experienced at first hand the negative impact associated with abnormal dietary habits, I also understand how the rapid deterioration of these complex mental health conditions can quickly dominate your life, leaving many sufferers feeling alone, vulnerable and isolated.
With this in mind, I have decided to set up a confidential and non-judgmental support service for eating disorder sufferers, family, partners, friends and carers, where loved ones and those experiencing any form of eating disorder or negative body image can contact me for advice, support and a list of industry and medical professionals who can also assist them through a truly difficult, draining and testing time.
For more info, support or a confidential chat, please feel free to contact me direct via Facebook or on bunsandguns@hotmail.co.uk
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