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Eating Disorders Diary of an eating disorder – how Hayley is rebuilding her life

Diary of an eating disorder – how Hayley is rebuilding her life

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It all started when I was in primary school. I was bullied being called “fat, bitch, loser” and more. I had a hard time with this because the same boy who assaulted me was also bullying my family. I made some genuine friends and some fake friends. My eating habits...

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advocacy Athleticism, anorexia and addiction: endurance for eating disorder recovery

Athleticism, anorexia and addiction: endurance for eating disorder recovery

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It’s a common nightmare; one you may experience upon reviewing your physical training and racing schedule…. You’re in a race or being chased — swimming from a big fish, fleeing from a big bear or sprinting towards a big finish. You know how to run, remember what it feels like...

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Eating Disorders Recovery, healing and growth are compromised when addictive behaviours shield an eating disorder

Recovery, healing and growth are compromised when addictive behaviours shield an eating disorder

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“Recovery” is a treacherous word that is spoken about freely by people who have admitted they live with an addiction. From drugs to alcohol, eating disorders, workaholism, depression, anxiety, control, overthinking, self-harm or perfectionism, none of us are perfect yet many of us find a way to hold our pain...

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