E.7 Stories of Recovery: Eating Disorders & Recovery

Support available for those suffering from an Eating Disorder and those caring for a loved one with an Eating Disorder.

Contact Your G.P.
You can contact CAMHS (Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services)
Monaghan 047 95444 / 04795455
Cavan 049 – 4378920
AMHS (Adult Mental Health Services)
Monaghan 047 95300
Cavan 049 4353145

For Adults (over 18s.)
Bodywhys : Online Support Group- Bodywhys Connect (>19 years)
:Email support address - alex@bodywhys.ie
Bodywhys website - www.bodywhys.ie
Bodywhys Helpline - 01 2107906
Information on how to recognize an eating disorder, how to speak to your loved one about your concerns and where to seek help.
Contact G.P. / Adult Mental Health Services 04795300

Recommended Reading:
For parents and carers of those under 18
Eva Musby “ Anorexia and other eating disorders - how to help your child eat well and be well”
James Lock & Daniel Le Grange “ Help Your Teenager Beat an Eating Disorder”
Eva Musby - You tube videos and Podcasts. These are very helpful as the YouTube videos are short and deliver very valuable information.
Bodywhys : Online Support Group: YouthConnect 13-18 years
:PiLaR support group for parents/ carers of young people with eating disorders.

There is also a website for National Eating Disorders Association which you can find on
www.nationaleatingdisorders.org