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  1. Bulimia nervosa

    Understanding the warning signs of bulimia nervosa and seeking help as soon as possible will help your recovery.

  2. Other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED)

    OSFED stands for ‘other specified feeding or eating disorders’ and is one of the most common eating disorders in Australia.

  3. Eating disorders

    Eating disorders are a mental illness and can affect people of all gender, ages, cultures and body sizes.

  4. Eating disorders in children and young people

    Eating disorders are on the increase in children and young people. Identifying the signs and seeking early treatment is the best way to begin the journey to recovery.

  5. Body image and diets

    A negative body image increases the risk of engaging in unhealthy lifestyle behaviours, such as dieting or restrictive eating, overexercising and other disordered eating or weight control behaviours.

  6. Types of mental health issues and illnesses

    Mental health issues and illnesses may impact on a person’s thoughts, perceptions, feelings and behaviours. Most people can manage their condition with medication, counselling or both.

  7. Anorexia nervosa

    A common misconception is that anorexia nervosa only affects young women, but it affects all genders of all ages.

  8. Binge eating disorder (BED)

    Binge eating disorder (BED) is a serious mental health condition and the most common eating disorder in Australia. You can recover from binge eating disorder with the right help.

  9. Body image - men

    Your body image is how you think and feel about your body. Although traditionally thought of as a women's health concern, body image issues can affect men and people of all ages and genders.

  10. Pregnancy stages and changes

    It’s helpful to have an idea of how your body may react to the different stages of pregnancy. It also helps to know how pregnancy may affect your emotions and feelings.

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