Sources of Internet Information and Voluntary Support
It can be very helpful to seek further information from internet sources or receive help from Voluntary Groups. Below are several possible leads that previous service users at Cardiff
However, please remember that everyone’s experiences with eating disorders are different, and not all of the information below will be relevant or helpful to you. In addition, Cardiff
B-eat
B-eat is the main British charitable organisation providing independent information about eating disorders. This comprehensive website provides accurate information about the main eating disorders. It also includes issues that are often omitted from other websites, such as information on eating disorders for male sufferers, sportspeople and older people. For young people there are interactive user-friendly pages to help them identify if they may have an eating disorder, followed by practical, sensible advice about the help available. Details of telephone help-lines for young people and adults are provided, and there is a wealth of information about b-eat and other self-help and support groups.
Website: www.b-eat.co.uk
Website for b-eat Wales
B-eat helpline: 08456341414
Find your local b-eat support group: http://helpfinder.b-eat.co.uk/
National Centre for Eating Disorders
An independent organisation set up to provide solutions for all eating problems, compulsive or “binge” eating, failed or “yo-yo” dieting, bulimia and anorexia. Their services include counselling, professional training and information. The website also includes information for men with an eating disorder.
Centre for Clinical Interventions
This website for the Centre for Clinical Interventions (based in Australia
- Overcoming Disordered Eating - Part A: Disordered eating - how it develops, how it is maintained, and strategies to start to change the problem behaviours associated with disordered eating.
- Overcoming Disordered Eating - Part B: Provides some strategies and techniques to change the thinking patterns associated with disordered eating.
Both parts are organised into modules designed to be worked through in sequence. Each module contains information, worksheets, and suggested exercises or activities.
The Royal College
This website provides lots of information and leaflets about eating disorders, for carers, parents, teachers and those worried about their own eating disorders.
Mind
Mind is a charity that raises awareness and provides information about many different mental health issues, promotes good mental health and provides support to those that suffer with a mental health issue. Below is a link to Mind’s information about eating disorders and also to the Cardiff
Mind’s Eating Disorder Information:http://www.mind.org.uk/help/diagnoses_and_conditions/eating_distress
Cardiff Mind website: http://www.cardiffmind.org/index.html
Something Fishy
An American website with emphasis on clients’ perspective/emotional issues underlying the disorders. It offers practical tips, motivational aids and suggestions for work. This describes itself as a “pro-recovery” site and is compiled by an American woman (who recovered from anorexia nervosa) and her husband. Its approach is particularly orientated towards sufferers. Although there is some factual information about diagnoses, medical complications and current research, the emphasis is on helping sufferers explore the emotional issues underlying the disorders. There are practical tips on alternative coping strategies, and methods to help increase motivation, self-esteem and body image. This is presented in various formats including personal stories, poems and songs. Medical professionals may find the pages entitled “tips for doctors” and a “they said what?” (Quoting unhelpful comments made by medical professionals) helpful.
SRSH
This is a website about a project aiming to improve support available to students aged 18 and over with eating disorders, by setting up a network of student-run self-help groups. The website contains information about existing self-help groups, projects, and information about how to get involved.
Website: www.srsh.co.uk
Find your local SRSH support group: http://studentrunselfhelp.weebly.com/when-and-where-do-groups-run.html
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous is an international charity, primarily supporting people with obesity and compulsive-eating disorders. However, people with restrictive eating disorders may also find it helpful. Support groups meet around the country to help members deal with underlying issues as well as weight concerns.
Website: http://www.oagb.org.uk/
Find your local Overeaters Anonymous support group: http://www.oa.org/meetings/find-a-meeting.php
MGEDT – Men Get Eating Disorders Too!
‘Men Get Eating Disorders Too’ is a UK
Website: http://www.mengetedstoo.co.uk/
Survivors
Survivors provides counselling for male survivors of rape and sexual abuse. Information and support is given by survivors to survivors.
Website: www.survivorsuk.org/
Survivors helpline: 0845 122 1201
Women’s Aid
Women’s Aid is a charity that provides information and support for women who have experienced domestic violence or sexual abuse. This includes forums, helplines and group support. It also provides the opportunity to get involved in campaigns against domestic violence.
Wales Women’s Aid Website: http://www.welshwomensaid.org/
UK Women’s Aid Website: http://www.womensaid.org.uk
UK Woman’s Aid helpline: 0808 2000 247
