Resources
Below you can find important resources and information from around the world. We haven’t been able to include them all however we are always interested in expanding this list. If we have missed a resource that you found particularly helpful, please let us know by emailing us.
Australia
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Inside Out Institute
Australia’s national eating disorder research and clinical excellence institute. You can find resources, information and training for people with eating disorders, carers, clinicians and researchers. You can also find a directory of Australian professionals and clinicians who specialise in treating eating disorders.
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The Butterfly Foundation
Australia’s national charity for those impacted by eating disorders and body image issues, and for the families, friends and communities who support them. You can find support and resources on their website as well as helplines and online support groups.
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National Eating Disorder Collaboration
The NEDC is a government funded initiative dedicated to developing and implementing a nationally consistent, evidence-based system of care for the prevention and treatment of eating disorders. On their website, you can find information about eating disorders as well as a directory of Australian professionals who specialise in treating eating disorders.
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1800RESPECT
1800RESPECT is the national domestic, family and sexual violence counselling, information and support service. They’re helpline is available 24/7 and can be contacted on 1800 737 732. You can also find information and support on domestic violence on their website.
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Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA)
A national organisation providing support, education, and advocacy services for carers and families impacted by an eating disorder. Call 1300 195 626.
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Health at Every Size Australia
HAES Australia is a directory that provides listings of health practitioners around Australia who offer services consistent to the Health at Every Size principles. It lists a range of services, including psychologists, nutritionists and GPs.
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Lifeline 13 11 12
Australia’s leading suicide prevention service. Lifeline provides Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24-hour crisis support. You can call their helpline on 13 11 12 to talk to someone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Their website offers text and online chats as well as resources for those affected by suicidal thoughts and ideation.
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Suicide Call Back Service
A nationwide service providing 24/7 telephone and online counselling to people affected by suicide. You can call 1300 659 467 to speak to someone directly or you can visit their website for online confidential counselling.
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Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is Australia’s mental heath and wellbeing support organisation. They provide support programs to address issues related to depression, suicide, anxiety disorders and other related mental illnesses. You can acces brief counselling 24/7 by calling 1300 22 4636 or chatting online via their website.
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MensLine
A telephone and online counselling service offering support for Australian men anywhere, anytime. You can access 24/7 support by calling 1300 78 99 78 and extra resources, including referrals and online counselling can be accessed via their website.
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QLife
Australia-wide anonymous, LGBTQIA+ peer support and referral for people wanting to talk about a range of issues including sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships. You can access their helpline on 1800 184 527 or webchat via their website 3pm - midnight, seven days a week.
If you or someone you know is in a crisis or needs help now, please call triple zero (000).
New Zealand
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Eating Disorders Association of New Zealand
A non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting people caring for a person with an eating disorder. You can find support, information and education on their website or by calling 0800 2 33269.
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Lifeline Aoteroa
A free helpline & text services that provides 24/7, confidential support from health professionals and trained volunteers. You can call 0800 LIFELINE (0800 54 33 54) or free text HELP (4357) or visit their website for more resources.
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TAUTOKO
A suicide crisis helpline that is operated by trained and experienced social service practitioners who have undergone suicide prevention training. You can call l 0508 TAUTOKO (82 88 65) 24-hours, 7 days a week if you or someone you know is affected by suicide.
If you or someone you know is in a crisis or needs help now, please call 111.
United Kingdom
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Beat Eating Disorders
The UK’s national eating disorder charity. You can find help, resources and webchat services on their website and their national helplines are available 365 days a year, 9am-midnight weekdays and 4pm-midnight on weekends and bank holidays. Helplines are available for England (0808 801 0677), Scotland (0808 801 0432), Wales (0808 801 0433) and Northern Ireland (0808 801 0434).
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National Centre for Eating Disorders
A national centre for help, counselling and training for those affected by eating disorders. You can find resources for people living with eating disorders, carers and clinicians alike.
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talkED
A national charity providing emotional support and practical advice to anyone affected by an eating disorder in the UK. On their website, you can find free one-on-one and group support services, peer support groups, factsheets and nutritional guidance support calls.
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SEED
A voluntary organisation and registered charity dedicated to providing those affected by eating disorders with confidential independent and non judgemental advice and support to facilitate recovery. You can call their advice line on 01482 718130 and access a directory of helpful links and resources on their website.
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Eating Disorders Association - N.I.
Northern Ireland's dedicated eating disorder charity. They provide peer support for those affected by eating disorders and campaign for eating disorder service improvements. You can contact their helpline 028 90 235959 24-hours a day, seven days a week and access online and face to face support groups via their website.
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Mind UK
A mental health charity in England and Wales. They offer advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem, eating disorders included. You can find online support groups and a wide range of resources for many mental health conditions on their website.
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Samaritans - 116 123
A charity aimed at providing emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope or at risk of suicide throughout the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. You can call their helpline 116 123 or access their online chat 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.
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SHOUT (85258)
A free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope. Text ‘SHOUT’ (85258) 24-hours a day, 7 days a week to start a conversation if you need to talk.
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Refuge’s National Domestic Abuse Helpline
England’s freephone, 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline. Call 0808 2000 247 or visit the website to access their online webchat or webform.
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Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline
A confidential helpline that provides information, advice and support to those affected by domestic and sexual abuse across Northern Ireland. Call 0808 802 1414, send them an email or access their live chat 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Scotland's Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline
A confidential helpline that provides support to anyone experiencing domestic abuse or forced marriage, as well as their family members, friends, colleagues and professionals who support them. Call the helpline on 0800 027 1234, send them an email or chat live on their website 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Live Fear Free - Wales
A free and confidential helpline providing help and advice about violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence in Wales. Call 0808 80 10 800, text 07860077333, chat live online or email them 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Men's Advice Line
A confidential helpline, email and webchat service for male victims of domestic abuse across the UK. Call 0808 8010327 Mon–Fri 10am-5pm or email them Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
If you or someone you know is in a crisis or needs help now, please call 999.
North America
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National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA)
The largetst nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders in the United States. You can find information, screening tools, treatment facilities and an online chat tool on their website. You can also call their helpline (800) 931-2237 Monday through Thursday (11am-9pm ET) and Friday (11am-5pm ET)
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National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC) - Canada
A Canadian charity offering information & resources on eating disorders. Their website offers a range of information, online chats, a directory of health providers and details on community groups for those affected by eating disorders. You can contact their toll free helpline on 1-866-633-4220 or if you’re in Toronto 416-340-4156).
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Eating Disorder Hope
An online community that offers resources, education, support, and inspiration to those struggling with eating disorders. Their website contains education tools, a list of treatment options and facilities as well as recovery tools and support.
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Project Heal
A non-profit organisation focused on breaking down systemic, healthcare & financial barriers to healing for those living with eating disorders in the USA. Their website offers a service directory, free clinical assessments, cash assistence and insurance navigation support.
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National Alliance for Eating Disorders
The leading national organisation providing eating disorder help, support, and education for those living in the USA. They provide referrals, education, and support for all individuals experiencing eating disorders and their loved ones.
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Academy for Eating Disorders (AED)
A resource primarily for clinicians, academic researchers and experts through lived experience. They are established to help connect and collaborate with each other and keep abreast of recent developments in eating disorders research.
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Asian Mental Health Collective (AMHC)
A non-profit organisation that aims to normalise and de-stigmatise mental health within the Asian community. Their website provides a resource library, links to Facebook groups, video web-series, and meetup groups.
This resource is primarily for those in North America, however their directory is international.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
A national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. You can call their helpline 988, or use their chat feature on their website, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States.
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Crisis Textline
A 24/7 text support service for those who are in crisis. Text ‘HOME’ to 741741 (from the USA) or 741741 (from Canada) to speak to a crisis counsellor.
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Talk Suicide Canada
A nationwide, 24-hour, bilingual support service for anyone in Canada facing suicide. Call their helpline 1 833 456 4566 or text 45645 to be connected to a crisis responder and get help without judgement.
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National Domestic Violence Hotline (USA)
A national hotline providing essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse. They are available 24-hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Call 1800 799 SAFE (7233) or text “START” to 88788.
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Government of Canada
A directory of crisis lines and services for those experience any kind of family violence based on territory or province.
If you or someone you know is in a crisis or needs help now, please call 911.