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National Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2024

Submitted by wilsokl107 on Mon, 02/26/2024 - 12:40

National Eating Disorders Awareness week is Monday, February 26, through Monday, March 3.

An estimated nine percent of the U.S. population, or 28.8 million Americans, have had or will have an eating disorder in their lifetime. Eating disorders affect people of all genders, ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Despite having one of the highest mortality rates of any mental illness, eating disorders often go undetected.

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week highlights the seriousness of eating disorders across the United States and underscores the many ways individuals can find support. This year’s theme, “Let’s talk about it: Eating disorders, stigma, and empowered recovery,” focuses on understanding the facts around eating disorders, addressing common eating disorder stigma, raising awareness about disparities in diagnosis and treatment, highlighting best practices for improving quality of care, and empowering people when seeking support and recovery.

Want to participate in National Eating Disorders Awareness Week?

  • Join the U.S. Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of Women’s Health on Thursday, February 29, 10 a.m. to noon for the 2024 National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAW) webinar highlighting the latest data, disparities for underserved and underrepresented populations, and best practices in providing quality care for diverse communities. Attendees will hear from subject matter experts in the field and individuals with lived experience as they dive into the latest eating disorder considerations for individuals, loved ones, and healthcare professionals. This webinar is free and open to the public. Register!
  • Share materials from the National Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2024 toolkit on social media and/or with other prevention professionals, school staff, and parents and caregivers.
  • Learn more about eating disorders by visiting and exploring the National Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders, National Institute of Mental Health, and/or National Eating Disorders Association websites.

If are concerned about yourself or a loved one, help is available. For a list of support resources, view the list of resources under “Get Help Now” on the National Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2024 toolkit and resources page.