Through an unbearable loss of his beautiful daughter, this father shares a vision for the future of #eatingdisorders treatment, care, research. With particular attention to the United States, his message resonates globally bit.ly/3Zm1Dwq

#WorldEatingDisordersAction2025 #BreakTheBias

Truth #4: Eating disorders are not choices, but serious biologically influenced illnesses
No one chooses an eating disorder. Where there is vulnerability, biological systems play a role! #BreakTheBias #SupportFamilies #eatingDisorders #mentalhealth #evidencebasedmedicine #biology #hormones

Truth #3: An eating disorder diagnosis is a health crisis that disrupts personal and family functioning.
EDs interfere w/functioning in work, school & life; financial burden, interrupt normal development in adolescents & youth. For adults - reproductive health & relationship issues, quality of life.

Part 3: This June 2nd, join us—wherever you are in the world—as we come together to break harmful stereotypes, uplift real stories, and advocate for evidence-based, compassionate care.

Part 2: Eating disorders do not discriminate. They affect people of all ages, body sizes, genders, cultures, and backgrounds. And yet, outdated beliefs still decide who is seen, who is helped, and who is left behind.

This June 2nd, join us—wherever you are in the world—

This year’s global theme for World Eating Disorders Action Day is: Breaking Bias & Supporting Families

Part 1: Far too many people still face silence, stigma, and misdiagnosis when it comes to eating disorders. Misinformation delays care. Bias distorts who gets recognized and who receives care.

Charles town WV