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- Academy for Eating
Disorders (AED). "The Academy for Eating
Disorders is an international transdisciplinary
professional organization that promotes excellence in
research, treatment and prevention of eating disorders.
The AED provides education, training and a forum for
collaboration and professional dialogue."
- American Academy of
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP).
"Between 7 and 12 Million American youth suffer from
mental, behavioral, or developmental disorders at any
given time. The AACAP (American Academy of Child and
Adolescent Psychiatry) is the leading national
professional medical association dedicated to treating and
improving the quality of life for children, adolescents,
and families affected by these disorders."
- American Psychiatric
Association (APA). "The American Psychiatric
Association is a medical specialty society recognized
world-wide. Its over 35,000 U.S. and international member
physicians work together to ensure humane care and
effective treatment for all persons with mental disorder,
including mental retardation and substance-related
disorders. It is the voice and conscience of modern
psychiatry. Its vision is a society that has available,
accessible quality psychiatric diagnosis and treatment."
- American Psychological
Association (APA). "Based in Washington, DC, the
American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific
and professional organization that represents psychology
in the United States. With 150,000 members, APA is the
largest association of psychologists worldwide."
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Center for the Study of
Anorexia and Bulimia. "...Since 1979, CSAB has
been treating and educating people about eating disorders.
We are committed to the prevention of this insidious
illness that takes a psychological, physical, medical,
financial, social, and spiritual toll. Everyone who is
connected to the person with an eating disorder is
affected. We believe that our work makes a difference in
understanding and treating eating disorders.
Candidates, therapists, teachers, supervisors, and
volunteers who are part of CSAB's staff are all committed
to healing. They are continuously learning about new
treatments to better serve those who seek treatment or
want to find out more about this field. Members of our
staff present programs at schools, colleges, and other
organizations to provide the latest information about
preventing and treating eating disorders.
For those seeking treatment, CSAB offers a variety of
treatment modalities and a sliding fee scale. Staff
therapists are all trained in the specialty of treating
Eating Disorders. We also make referrals to other
treatment services when appropriate...
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Johns Hopkins Eating Disorders Program. "Eating
disorders include anorexia nervosa, a form of
self-starvation; bulimia nervosa, in which individuals
become engaged in repetitive cycles of binge-eating
alternating with self-induced vomiting or starvation;
binge eating disorder, which resembles bulimia but without
the compensatory behaviors to avoid weight gain; and
atypical eating disorders, in which people may have fears
and unusual behaviors associated with eating. Although
young women comprise the majority of people affected,
eating disorders can occur in any age group. One in ten
people with an eating disorder is male."
- National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA). "The
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is the
largest not-for-profit organization in the United States
working to prevent eating disorders and provide treatment
referrals to those suffering from anorexia, bulimia and
binge eating disorder and those concerned with body image
and weight issues."
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Somerset & Wessex Eating
Disorders Association (SWEDA). "We aim to
provide resources and informal, non-stigmatising services
which reflect the needs of the community. We aim to
encourage people to use SWEDA to seek information, support
and guidance in order to enhance their opportunities and
make informed choices about their lives through the
provision of equality of access to our telephone helpline,
drop in, Community Support Workers and library services.
Somerset & Wessex Eating Disorders Association aims to
support all those affected by eating disorders, be they
sufferer, family member or any others who care.
At SWEDA we believe all people are unique and have a valid
contribution to make. Our aim is to create a
non-judgmental environment that supports individuals and
their families regardless of their mental and/or physical
health, race, culture, gender, age, ability, spiritual
belief, or sexual orientation."
Other Bulimia Web Sites
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About.com Bulimia.
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Bulimia Nervosa
Resource Guide. "This Web site provides a
one-stop comprehensive resource on bulimia nervosa for
anyone who wants to understand the disorder and how to
support a family member or friend with bulimia nervosa.
This information was developed in response to questions
and concerns voiced by patients and families affected by
bulimia nervosa and clinicians treating bulimia nervosa.
Patients seeking treatment for bulimia nervosa may also
find this Web site useful. Included here are scientific
findings on how well various treatments for bulimia
nervosa work based on the most comprehensive analysis
completed to date on treatments for bulimia nervosa.
You'll also find easy-to-use check lists and tips on how
to start a discussion about bulimia nervosa with a friend
or family member who might have bulimia. If you are
seeking bulimia nervosa treatment facilities, the find a
treatment center database can help."
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MentalHelp.net. "The Mental Help Net website
exists to promote mental health and wellness education and
advocacy."
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Something Fishy.
"Dedicated to raising awareness and providing support to
people with Eating Disorders, and their loved-ones...
since 1995."
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Womenshealth.gov. "What is Bulimia Nervosa..."
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