The Latest Breaking News from Eating Disorders

You’re not alone if you’ve ever scrolled through social media and felt inspired—or maybe a little intimidated—by the endless parade of “fitspiration” posts. The fitness world is booming, with influencers and everyday people sharing their journeys toward health and strength. But beneath the surface of chiseled abs and perfectly portioned…

Volunteers are needed for the world's largest study into the risk factors behind eating disorders which blight the lives of more than a million Australians.

The UK is facing what charities are calling an eating disorder epidemic, with an estimated 1.25 million people affected. These conditions have the highest mortality rate of any mental health illness, making early intervention and education urgent.

Psychedelics like LSD and psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) are gaining increasing attention in psychiatry. Studies suggest they may offer therapeutic benefits for conditions such as depression, anxiety, obsessive–compulsive disorder, eating disorders and addiction.