I was 15 years old the first time I saw my GP for my eating disorder. One of my best friends took me to the GP as she was so concerned for me.

It started in September 2013. I was 17 and after only returning back from volunteering in Kenya the month before, I needed answers. I had been making myself throw up since I was about 8/9 due to bullying at school.

Emily tackles the myths surrounding eating disorders looking at some of the research into the causes of anorexia nervosa.

It takes a lot of strength to admit that you are struggling... that you need help.

A better future for eating disorders depends on understanding the stigmas that exist today.

The natural world has taught me about transience, how to appreciate each delicate thread of life’s vibrant tapestry.

We need to challenge the perception that anorexia is purely about body image, or that we are ‘choosing’ not to eat.

Recovery takes time and it isn’t a race – as long as I’m on the right track it doesn’t matter how long it takes me to reach the finish line. I'’ll get there eventually, and next Christmas perhaps anorexia won’t be invited at all.

Isabella discusses navigating Christmas with an eating disorder and Beat's support services over Christmas.

I'd never considered that I had an eating disorder, but the way I was treated by my GP was how I ended up getting treatment.

I felt a sense of duty not just to myself, my recovery + my beliefs, but the thousands upon thousands of other people.

Anonymous discusses the pressures and expectations during Ramadan and how they're putting their recovery first.

Thea shares her experience of volunteering with Beat after joining Beat as a Digital Volunteer in 2021.

Aryan shares his experience of volunteering with Beat as a Peer Support Group Volunteer.

Bryony shares her experience of volunteering as a Peer Support Volunteer with Beat.

Bake Off winner and Strictly superstar, John Whaite joined us to discuss all things Pride, body image and eating disorders.

Our supporter Adele shares her story