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March 2022

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Navigating pregnancy with an eating disorder

Wednesday 23 March

EDV's own Amy Woods shares her reflections on eating disorders and pregnancy as she waits for the birth of her first child. Amy has lived experience of recovering from an eating disorder.

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February 2022

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World-leading program for those with Severe and Enduring Eating Disorders commences at Eating Disorders Victoria

Tuesday 1 February

Eating Disorders Victoria (EDV) will this week commence a brand-new program for Victorians impacted by long-term eating disorders, also known as Severe and Enduring Eating Disorders (SE-ED).

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November 2021

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Tips for the holidays when your child has an eating disorder

Friday 26 November

Family gatherings at this time of year are often very much focused around food. This can be an overwhelming time for any of us, let alone someone struggling with an eating disorder. Planning is be critical for supporting your loved one through this time.

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October 2021

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Supporting your child to return to school

Friday 29 October

The return to face-to-face learning at Victorian schools presents a new set of challenges for families with a loved one with an eating disorder. Find out what advice our Carer Coaching team has for this transition.

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September 2021

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Body Image and Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2021 – EDAA statement

Monday 6 September

The Eating Disorders Alliance Australia joins forces to celebrate Body Image and Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2021.

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August 2021

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Statement on the release of SBS Documentary “What does Australia really think about obesity?”

Tuesday 31 August

Members of the Eating Disorder Alliance of Australia (EDAA) in conjunction with Health at Every Size (HAES) Australia, are aware of a new documentary set to broadcast on September 1st, 2021 called “What Do Australians Really Think About Obesity?”. The show will air the results of a national survey on attitudes towards larger bodied Australians.

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June 2021

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Funding boost at crucial time for EDV

Friday 11 June

The Victorian Government has announced additional funding for metal health services facing increased demands due to COVID-19.

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May 2021

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Lockdown recovery resources

Thursday 27 May

Our top picks for recovery resources to get you through another lockdown.

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Community photographic project

Monday 10 May

"My aim is to compose a creative representation, focusing on the voice of an ED in form of a book. The aim is to highlight the hidden voice that dominates the mind of someone with an ED. A resource that will turn common ED thoughts into visual pieces of art."

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International No Diet Day

Thursday 6 May

On May 6th we acknowledge International No Diet Day, a day to proudly say no to restriction, weight cycling and the harmful diet industry.

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Georgia's story - choosing recovery everyday

If you are just starting on your recovery journey, I want to tell you firstly how proud I am of you for taking those steps, and to not give up entirely if you have slip ups along the way – it is part of the journey, no story of recovery is linear.

Georgia's story