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Take part in research! Whether you’re a young person aged 11-19, a caregiver, or a dedicated professional, share your insights on using digital tools for early intervention for disordered eating and body image. Sign up now > bit.ly/3UbrmED

What are other ways to process emotions other than eating? Mindfulness and Meditation Physical Activity  Journaling Listening to Music: Engaging in Hobbies Connecting with Nature Seeking Professional Help What helps you to process your emotions? [3/4] #BeBodyPositive

Coping Mechanism Using food as a coping mechanism can feel protective, helping to dull the pain of bad memories or experiences. However, it’s important to find healthy ways to process emotions rather than relying solely on eating habits. [3/4]

Emotional Eating Emotional eating is a common response to stress. It’s when we use food as a way to manage emotions we find hard to handle. This can lead to patterns of controlling food intake, which may negatively impact other areas of life. [1/4]

Take part in a research project and claim a £10 voucher! @BBP_NHS is exploring the use of digital tool, Be Body Positive, to improve young people's relationship with food and body image. Those aged 11-18, caregivers and experts can get involved. Sign up! orlo.uk/JIco7

80% of children and young people compare their bodies to images on social media. This highlights the need for early intervention to prevent disordered eating and eating disorders. Check out @BBP_NHS to support. @BarnardosHealth @openforumevents @NHS_ELFT thanks ELFT for sharing!

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New research project! We're leading important research into the use of digital tool, Be Body Positive, to improve young people's relationship with food and body image. Any young people aged 11-18, caregivers and professionals can get involved. £10 voucher for each participant.

Rukshana Kapasi, director of health, @barnardos, explores why early intervention is so essential in supporting prevention and promoting child health and wellbeing. hsj.co.uk/health-inequal…

"You define beauty yourself, Don’t let society define your beauty. " Lady Gaga

Please consider taking part in this study on a highly relevant but under-researched subject in relation to eating disorders. The link to take part is here: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/leeds/thesis… Please RT and share as well!

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Body checking involves focusing excessively on one's appearance, leading to negative feelings about one's body. By reducing attention to physical appearance, one can cultivate a healthier relationship with their body and decrease urges to use disordered eating behaviours.

Lightbulbs use electricity as the energy source to make light. Like a lightbulb, our bodies need energy to work and function. Humans get energy from food and drinks. However, our bodies never turn off, therefore we need a constant supply of energy to cover tasks day and night.

Ever felt hungry just by looking at food or smelling something delicious? That's 'Eye Hunger' and 'Nose Hunger' for you! Discover the different types of hunger and what they mean for you ➡️bebodypositive.org.uk/resource/types… #TypesOfHunger #HealthyEating #BeBodyPositive

Celebrating #WorldAutismAwareness & Acceptance Month Did you know? Individuals with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) may have a higher risk of developing Disordered Eating/Eating Disorders like Anorexia Nervosa or ARFID. 🔗bit.ly/43NAaEM #BodyPositivity #AutismAwareness

Our Binge Eating Workshop is a four-week series, designed for service users struggling with binging behaviours relating to an eating disorder or eating difficulties. 📌Make a referral firststepsed.co.uk/make-a-referra… #BingeEating #Binge

Happy World Autism Acceptance Week ♾️ We've got some information on our website that we are hoping will help to inform and empower autistic people struggling with eating disorders, to get them the help and support that they deserve. Take a look 👇 bit.ly/4ajXJri