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Eating disorders are treatable conditions, yet many people encounter structural barriers that delay or prevent access to care. As a clinician, I have seen how system design shapes outcomes - through structures that can make timely support impossible. Early intervention research consistently shows that shorter durations of untreated illness are associated with better outcomes, which means delays in care can influence recovery trajectories. Understanding these barriers is the f

One of the most complex and frequently under-discussed aspects of recovery is identity - how the eating disorder becomes woven into a person’s sense of self and what happens when you start to disentangle the two. Many people describe their eating disorder not just as a set of behaviours or thoughts, but as something that defines who they are. It may shape decisions, influence daily routines, or even provide a sense of safety, control, or purpose. When this is the case, recove

Struggle is often treated as evidence that something has gone wrong. In eating disorder recovery, this can sound like: “I should be further along by now” “If I were really committed, this wouldn’t feel so hard” “Other people seem to manage this better than I do” “I’m not sick enough to need help” “I don’t deserve to recover” “If I were really unwell, this would look different” These thoughts can arise quietly and convincingly, particularly when recovery doesn’t follow a nea

January is often framed as the “fresh start” month - a time for new goals, new habits, and sometimes a complete life overhaul. Everywhere you look, social media, magazines, and ads are full of “new year, new you” messaging, diet trends, and promises of optimisation. For many people, especially those in recovery from an eating disorder or struggling with body-image concerns, this pressure can feel overwhelming, triggering, or exhausting. The good news? You don’t need to follow

Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is one of the most common - yet often the most misunderstood eating disorder. It’s characterised by episodes...

Calories are everywhere - from food packaging to apps to social media. But what are they really, and why has counting them become such a...

When we talk about eating disorders, one of the most persistent and damaging myths is that they only affect people who are visibly...

When we talk about eating disorder recovery, we often focus on behaviour: eating more regularly, reducing compensatory actions,...

We often hear the phrase “it takes a village”  when talking about raising children, but the same wisdom holds true in eating disorder...

Ambivalence is a common (and often misunderstood) part of the recovery process from an eating disorder. By definition, ambivalence means...

Going on holiday should be a time for relaxation, adventure, and making memories. However, if you struggle with negative body image, the...

What Is Orthorexia? Orthorexia, is an eating disorder characterised by an obsessive focus on healthy or "clean" eating. Unlike other...

Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions, the consequences of which infiltrate all aspects of an individuals life. Despite...

In the age of social media and online influencers, it can be hugely challenging to navigate the influx of diet and nutrition information...