Resources for Students With Eating Disorders

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Updated on October 28, 2022

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Hannah Muniz

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Megan Pietrucha, Psy.D.

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Many college students have an eating disorder or know someone who does. Use these resources to get support, help others, or find treatment.

Nonprofits and Organizations Specializing in Eating Disorders

• Eating Disorders Coalition for Research, Policy & Action

  For over 20 years, EDC has worked to advance the recognition of eating disorders as a national public health priority in the U.S. through advocacy and policy efforts.

• Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association

  Based in New England, MEDA is a large nonprofit that offers many resources for educating others on and helping people recover from eating disorders.

• National Alliance for Eating Disorders

  Founded in 2000, this group focuses on providing support, education, outreach, and advocacy for people with eating disorders.

• National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders

  A leading nonprofit for eating disorders, ANAD strives to promote positive eating behaviors and raise awareness of available services and treatment options.

• National Eating Disorders Association

  The biggest organization dedicated to helping and supporting people with eating disorders, NEDA offers an array of services, including recovery mentors, information on support groups, and a treatment locator tool.

• Project HEAL

  This group is committed to breaking down systemic and financial barriers so that people with eating disorders can access life-saving support and treatment, no matter their gender identity, race, weight, or socioeconomic status.

Resources for Supporting People With Eating Disorders

• College Hope

  Part of EDH, College Hope is a national collegiate initiative that aims to promote awareness of eating disorders and aid students in recovery. Students are encouraged to share their school’s eating disorder resources by joining the College Hope Club.

• Families Empowered and Supporting Treatment for Eating Disorders

  A nonprofit advocacy group, FEAST was created in 2007 with the goal to assist spouses, parents, siblings, and children of people with eating disorders.

• NEDA Volunteers

  This national organization is constantly looking for volunteers willing to help out with special events, the helpline, and forum moderation.

• Project HEAL Ambassador Network

  This group encourages students to volunteer as ambassadors on their campuses and in their local communities. After applying, you’ll receive a special toolkit and guidance on how to help peers with eating disorders.