December 2023
Resources to support eating disorder recovery over the holiday season
The December/January period can be a time of mixed emotions. While some people have some extra time and space to focus on recovery, this time can also be fraught with additional challenges. We've put together some resources to help you navigate the summer season.
Read moreNovember 2023
EDV's Gala Night
On Saturday November 18th 2023, EDV held a special Gala Night event at Melbourne Town Hall to celebrate 40 years of service to the Victorian community, and raise some much needed funds for the future.
Read moreEstablishing consensus-based statements for the suitable implementation of yoga
Researchers at Deakin University are currently looking to recruit mental health professionals AND/OR yoga teachers/therapists with experience in eating disorders and/or yoga.
Read moreOctober 2023
Non-diet approaches, weight stigma, and psychosocial health
This research project investigates the effect of awareness, engagement, and endorsement of the non-diet approaches on several health outcomes and weight stigma.
Read moreSeptember 2023
EDAA Social Media Roundtable Media Release
Experts from the eating disorder sector have called for tighter regulation of social media apps at a Body Image and Social Media roundtable in Parliament House, Canberra.
Read moreED-Care: Eating Disorder Medicare Benefit Schedule Items Evaluation
La Trobe University researchers are seeking opinions and feedback on the Medicare Eating Disorder Plan. The Medicare Eating Disorder Plan was introduced in November 2019. We want to learn what people who have lived experience of an eating disorder and who support a loved one with an eating disorder think about this new type of support. We also want to hear from health professionals who work with clients with an eating disorder on the Medicare Eating Disorder Plan.
Read moreMobile Sensing in Eating Disorders and Body Image Development Study
This research study will contribute toward the development of the digital tool to facilitate earlier detection of eating disorders, which is essential to improving recovery rates.
Read moreAugust 2023
EDAA National Strategy Media Release
With more than one million Australians experiencing an eating disorder, and prevalence rates continuing to increase, a new 10-year National Eating Disorder Strategy released today outlines key steps needed to tackle Australia’s growing eating disorder crisis.
Read moreEDV Statement on The Voice
Eating Disorders Victoria supports the Voice to Parliament and believes it will further the self-determination of First Nations people. Read our full statement.
Read moreMental Health and Wellbeing Act 2023
Victoria will have a new Mental Health and Wellbeing Act on September 1st, 2023, replacing the Mental Health Act 2014. Find out what these changes mean to Victorians impacted by eating disorders.
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