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MP Marie Tidball: Anorexia Struggle and Disability Stigma

3/14/2026

Summary

Story summary

Labour MP Marie Tidball shared her struggle with anorexia, highlighting challenges for disabled women with eating disorders.
She developed anorexia at 14 after losing her leg, describing it as an obsession linked to body image.
Tidball emphasized that attitudes toward disability contribute to stigma and mental health issues among disabled women.
Her recovery was motivated by a desire to become a mother.
Beat and NCFED offer resources for those affected.

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Story summary

Labour MP Marie Tidball shared her struggle with anorexia, highlighting challenges for disabled women with eating disorders.
She developed anorexia at 14 after losing her leg, describing it as an obsession linked to body image.
Tidball emphasized that attitudes toward disability contribute to stigma and mental health issues among disabled women.
Her recovery was motivated by a desire to become a mother.
Beat and NCFED offer resources for those affected.