About Our Eating Disorder Support Group
Our eating disorder support group is specifically designed for individuals in recovery from various types of eating disorders. With over 750 members, our community provides a safe, understanding space where recovery is celebrated and supported.
What You'll Find Here
- Recovery Focus: Support for your journey toward healing and recovery
- Body Positivity: A community that celebrates all body types and sizes
- Nutrition Support: Guidance on developing healthy relationships with food
- Safe Environment: A space free from diet talk and body shaming
- Peer Support: Connection with others who understand your struggles
- Professional Guidance: Access to eating disorder specialists and resources
Types of Eating Disorders We Support
Our community supports individuals with various types of eating disorders:
- Anorexia Nervosa
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Binge Eating Disorder
- Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED)
- Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
- Orthorexia
- Disordered eating patterns
Our Recovery-Focused Approach
We believe that recovery is possible and that everyone deserves support on their journey. Our community focuses on healing, self-compassion, and building healthy relationships with food and body.
Body Positivity and Self-Acceptance
Our community promotes body positivity and self-acceptance:
- Celebrating all body types and sizes
- Challenging societal beauty standards
- Promoting self-compassion and self-care
- Supporting body neutrality and acceptance
- Encouraging healthy body image development
Nutrition Support
While we don't provide medical nutrition advice, our community offers support around:
- Developing healthy relationships with food
- Challenging food rules and restrictions
- Support during meal planning and preparation
- Managing food-related anxiety and fear
- Working with registered dietitians and nutritionists
Community Guidelines
To maintain a safe and supportive environment:
- No diet talk, weight loss discussions, or body shaming
- No sharing of specific numbers (weight, calories, etc.)
- No comparison of eating disorder severity
- Share experiences without giving medical advice
- Maintain confidentiality and privacy
- Seek professional help for crisis situations
- Encourage professional treatment and recovery
Professional Moderation
Our group is moderated by trained mental health professionals who specialize in eating disorders. They ensure that all conversations remain supportive, safe, and recovery-focused.
Trigger Warnings and Safety
We prioritize safety and are mindful of potential triggers:
- Content warnings for potentially triggering discussions
- Respect for individual boundaries and comfort levels
- No pressure to share more than you're comfortable with
- Support for managing triggers and urges
- Professional crisis support when needed