“It’s not just about surviving anymore”
An ex-client reflects on a recent trip to Vietnam—and how it helped her see the progress she’s made in recovery… …
Help for Anorexia Nervosa in South Africa – updated
Anorexia Nervosa is a very serious condition. If left untreated, its mortality rate can be as high as 20%. That …
Myth vs reality: What you need to know about eating disorders
Common misconceptions about eating disorders can cause a lot of damage. Some of the most frequently seen and repeated myths …
What to expect when you go into ED treatment
If you or a loved one is considering entering treatment for an eating disorder, or ED, an important corner has …
Seven hacks to eating disorder recovery
Moving on from an active eating disorder (ED) is not easy. Speak to most people who have some ED recovery, …
Getting Through the Holidays in Eating Disorder Recovery
The festive season is a time of celebration and seeing family and friends. But for many people, it ends up …
How do you support loved ones with eating disorders?
Anorexia. Bulimia. Binge-eating. All types of eating disorders are torturous for the sufferers. If someone close to you has an …
Volunteering as Part of Eating Disorder Recovery
The benefits of volunteer work extend to everyone. Plenty of studies show that the connections with others and the time …
Why do so many people seek treatment for Anorexia, Bulimia and Binge Eating Disorder in Cape Town, South Africa?
Cape Town, South Africa, has truly become the recovery capital of the world. This is true for addiction, but more …
Help for Eating Disorders in South Africa
What is an Eating Disorder? Anorexia nervosa is a psychological disorder characterised by self-starvation, very often excessive exercise, and weight …