Read on Twitter
If you’re stuck in lockdown with an eating disorder (in the UK), this thread is for you. Below is a list of support options that can help:
Beat Helplines are open 365 days a year from 9am–8pm during the week, and 4pm–8pm on weekends/bank holidays.
Helpline: 0808 801 0677
Studentline: 0808 801 0811
Youthline: 0808 801 0711
Helpline: 0808 801 0677
Studentline: 0808 801 0811
Youthline: 0808 801 0711
If you prefer not to talk on the phone, there’s a one-to-one web chat option here: http://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/support-services/helplines/one-to-one
Beat will be extending their ‘The Sanctuary’ online peer support group to 9am-8pm from Monday: http://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/sanctuary
For those living with bulimia, The Kingfisher bulimia support group runs on Wednesday from 6:45pm to 8:00pm: http://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/kingfisher
For those living with anorexia, The Swan anorexia support group runs on Monday from 6:45pm to 8:00pm: http://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/swan
For those living with binge eating disorder, The Nightingale binge eating disorder support group runs on Friday from 6:45pm to 8:00pm: http://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/nightingale
Living with somebody with an eating disorder? @beatED run free virtual workshops with experienced clinicians, based around learning skills to support loved ones. It can be a great place to direct a parent or a partner. Sign up here: http://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/support-services/someone-else/parents-carers
The Aviary is a confidential, inclusive and welcoming space for anyone that is supporting someone with an eating disorder. The Aviary runs on Sundays and Tuesdays from 6:45 to 8:00pm: http://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/aviary
If you’re worried about Christmas with somebody with an eating disorder, there’s a useful booklet here with professional advice:
http://www.leicestereatingdisorders.co.uk/uploads/uploads/coping_with_christmas.pdf
http://www.leicestereatingdisorders.co.uk/uploads/uploads/coping_with_christmas.pdf
