Eating disorders awareness week is a great opportunity to educate yourself, your family, and your community about the signs and symptoms of eating disorders and the resources available to those affected. Here are some ideas to help you celebrate this important week:
Educate yourself
Eating disorders awareness week is a great opportunity to learn more about eating disorders, their impact, and how to help those affected. Spend some time researching and learning about eating disorders, how to identify them, and how to access treatment and support. Become aware of the stigma and discrimination associated with these mental health issues and how to combat them.
Reach out
Reach out to people in your life who have been affected by an eating disorder and listen to their stories. Talk to your family, friends, and colleagues about eating disorders and how to support those affected. You can also contact local organizations and see if they need volunteers or donations.
Participate in activities
Attend local events such as walks and talks, or organize your own event to raise awareness and funds for organizations supporting those with eating disorders. Participate in online events such as webinars, forums, and support groups. Learn about the resources available in your community and how to access them.
Spread the word
Post about eating disorders awareness week on social media, use the hashtag #EDAwarenessWeek, and make sure to include resources for those affected. Follow social media accounts and online communities dedicated to eating disorder awareness.
Show your support
Wear a green ribbon or clothing to show your support for eating disorders awareness week.
By taking the time to learn and participate in activities, you can help spread the word and show your support for eating disorders awareness week.
If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, know that you don’t have to face it alone. There are people and resources available to help.
Here are some Hotlines/Chat Services available in the Philippines:
National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) Crisis Hotlines
1553 (nationwide and toll-free landline)
0966-351-4518 (Globe/TM)
0917-899-8727 (Globe/TM)
0908-639-2672 (Smart/Sun/TNT)
Kapwa MH – [chat] Menu-based chatbot by MentalHealthPH on Twitter.
Philippine Mental Health Association
(63)2 8921 4958
No. 18 East Avenue, Quezon City 1100, Philippines
Philippine General Hospital PGH Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Department
(02) 554-8400
loc. 2436 or 2440
(02) 8554-88470
(02) 8526-0150
(02) 554-8469
Ateneo Bulatao Center For Psychological Services
(02) 8426-5982
Room 103-A Bellarmine Hall, Ateneo de Manila University, Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City
(02) 8421-2469
(02) 8357-6427
Unit 227 Second Floor, Regalia Park Towers, 150 P. Tuazon Blvd., Cubao, Quezon City
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