Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Eating disorders model established in London

By DEBORA VAN BRENK, The London Free Press
Source: lfpress.com

A treatment program for adults with eating disorders - the first of its kind in Ontario - is to be based in London.
Its operating cost is $2.4 million and it will treat as many as 100 people a year in both a residential centre and as out-patients.
"What we need to do is establish continuity of care . . . across all phases of the illness" and with people of all ages, Health Minister Deb Matthews said Tuesday.
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Asking for help and seeking treatment is often one of the most difficult steps in beginning recovery from an eating disorder.  Is you know someone who is struggling with an eating disorder, what are ways you can support them to make this step possible?

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