Coral Coast Eating Disorder Service

Dietitian led support for Eating Disorders, Bundaberg

@TheCCEDS

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What is an eating disorder and what are the most common types? What do we think causes eating disorders and how common are they?

What is Anorexia? What age does it start and what are the likely causes? What signs does someone show and what are impacts on the mind and body?

What is Bulimia Nervosa? Who does it affect and what are the signs? What effect does it have on the body, and what treatment options are there?

What is Binge Eating Disorder? Who does it affect and how do you know if you or someone has it? How is it different to things like over-eating? What effect does it have on the body, and what treatment options are there?

What is Body Dysmorphia? What does a person with body dysmorphia experience? Does everyone with an eating disorder get it? What treatment options are out there?

What is ARFID and what does it stand for? Who does it affect? What are the signs and behaviours of someone with ARFID? What treatment options are out there?

In 2023 I wrote and performed a song about the journey of recovery from an Eating Disorder. Called “Her Song” it reflected on the “eating disorder voice” and how it influences and changes during the recovery journey. Thanks to everyone who made this possible.