Eating disorders most often occur in young people between 15-25 years old, but many young people struggle to come forward and access support - it is though that 80% of those struggling are suffering in silence. Prof Ulrike Schmidt explains the evidence behind why the prevalence of eating disorders might have increased in recent years, and how we can best support loved ones. Journal article we discussed:“Incidence and outcomes of eating disorders during the COVID-19 pandemic” by Taquet and colleagues (2021)https://doi.org/10.1192/bjp.2021.105Ulrike’s recommendation:Resources on young people and families on eating disorders: https://freedfromed.co.ukHelp and support:If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in the episode, you can access support via the following links:Beat Eating Disorders Charity: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.ukMix Charity helplines: https://www.themix.org.uk/get-supportMind Charity contacts: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/for-children-and-young-people/useful-contacts/Samaritans contact information: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.scienceorfiction.co.uk

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