The Eating Disorders Resource Center (EDRC) is delighted to announce the winners of the 2022 Be-You-tiful, Be Free Essay Contest. Students from middle and high schools in Santa Clara county submitted essays and art reflecting their experiences with eating disorders and body image. The winners can be found below. See also, one of this year’s…
DetailsIn this press release, the Eating Disorders Coalition recognizes the U.S. House Education and Labor Committee for passing legislation to include eating disorders prevention in schools. This comprehensive child nutrition reauthorization bill addresses and prevents child hunger. Read the full press release here. If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder,…
DetailsThis press release from Eating Disorders Coalition highlights the Senate Commerce Committee’s passage of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). This brings us one step closer to holding social media companies accountable for their negative effect on teens’ mental health. Read the full press release here. If you or someone you know is struggling with…
DetailsIn this article, Jennifer Smith, Chief Reporter for dailymail.com discusses the devastating impact of Instagram on two pre-teen girls through an obsession on dieting. Read the full article here. If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, you can learn more about various care options here. EDRC provides support groups and maintains a comprehensive directory of…
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