Thank you for your referral

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Thank you for your referral. A member of the SYEDA team will be in touch as soon as possible. Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and we appreciate you taking the time to contact us. Please explore the resources and information available across our website for additional support and guidance.
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Holding hands in support
Thank you for your referral. A member of the SYEDA team will be in touch as soon as possible. Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and we appreciate you taking the time to contact us. Please explore the resources and information available across our website for additional support and guidance.

Support for family and friends

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Supporting someone with an eating disorder can feel overwhelming, frightening and isolating at times. SYEDA offers support not only for individuals experiencing eating disorders, but also for the family members, friends and carers around them.

Resources and advice

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Our resources offer information and guidance for families and friends of people suffering with eating disorders or disordered eating.

Friends and family information pack

Practical guidance to help you better understand and manage your relationship with food.

Understanding eating disorders

Learn about the most common eating disorders and how they can affect people’s lives.

Helpful links & organisations

Explore a range of helpful websites, local organisations, recovery-focused apps and recommended reading.

Recovery stories

Personal stories from people who have experienced eating disorders and their journey towards recovery.

I no longer feel that it is all my fault – I no longer feel alone and I don’t struggle as much day to day.