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Urgent Reform Needed for UK's Eating Disorder Crisis

8/13/2025

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Dr. Andrea Pickering calls for urgent reforms in the UK’s approach to eating disorders, which impact over 1.25 million individuals. Stigma and outdated treatment criteria create barriers to care, while social media intensifies the crisis. A united effort is essential for timely, comprehensive support that includes families in the healing journey.

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Story summary

Dr. Andrea Pickering calls for urgent reforms in the UK’s approach to eating disorders, which impact over 1.25 million individuals. Stigma and outdated treatment criteria create barriers to care, while social media intensifies the crisis. A united effort is essential for timely, comprehensive support that includes families in the healing journey.