| It’s Eating Disorders Awareness Week in Canada.
Based on Statistics Canada population data, approximately 1 million Canadians meet the diagnostic criteria for an eating disorder.
Eating disorders are not a choice. They are serious mental illnesses and early intervention is key. If you are battling an eating disorder, or know someone who is, visit the Eating Disorder Support Network of Alberta’s website to get help and find a nearby support group: edsna.ca.
If you need help now, you can contact the Mental Health Helpline at 1-877-303-2642, or the National Eating Disorder Information Center (NEDIC) at 1-866-633-4220.
Remember your family doctor can also direct you to local support and resources, including the Registered Dietitians at the PCDN. The first step to recovery is one appointment away.
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