May 2023
Effectiveness of non-invasive brain stimulation for people with anorexia nervosa
Participants are sought for a treatment trial assessing the effectiveness of non-invasive brain stimulation for people with anorexia nervosa.
Read moreVictorian Budget 2023/24 Media Release
The Victorian Government has provided no further uplift to existing services at Eating Disorders Victoria (EDV) in today's 2023/24 State Budget. The 12-month funding is $1.6million less than the $4million per year proposed by EDV, and well short of the three-year funding commitment also requested by the organisation.
Read moreMen and Women (cisgender) Needed for Self-Perception Study
You are invited to participate in a study investigating self-perception. Researchers hope to learn what psychological factors may influence how flexible self-perception is. Researchers are seeking both males and females (cisgender) for this study.
Read moreEating Disorders Postpartum
Whether you have experienced an eating disorder before, or this is a new occurrence, the post-partum time can be so special and also exceptionally vulnerable. Not only are you adjusting to life with a new baby, but your body is also healing and continuing to change, you are likely getting less sleep and will probably be prioritizing the needs of your baby over your own.
Read moreWhy every day should be No Diet Day
In the spirit of International No Diet Day 2023, we're sharing some of the reasons why we believe that EVERY day should be No Diet Day.
Read moreApril 2023
Exploring Clinician Understanding and Experiences of the MBS Item Numbers for Eating Disorders
Researchers from the University of Melbourne are investigating the new Medicare reforms for Eating Disorders by exploring clinicians’ knowledge, satisfaction, and experiences with Eating Disorder treatment under the new reforms in current practice.
Read moreCaring for a neurodivergent loved one with an eating disorder
Discover practical ways to support someone who is neurodivergent and struggling with an eating disorder, including tips for meal support and communication strategies.
Read moreMarch 2023
Social media and eating disorder recovery
Is it time to re-evaluate your relationship with social media? The content we engage with over time can influence the way we see ourselves, each other, our worldview and what we think is important. EDV Telehealth Counsellor Rosie shares her tips for making social media work for you in eating disorder recovery.
Read moreRamadan and eating disorders
For Muslims, fasting in Ramadan increases community connection as it is obligatory upon all who are capable and of mature age. However, there are many Muslims who are unable to or struggle to fast due to their circumstances (including battling with an eating disorder) which can contribute to them feeling dismayed and ashamed despite not necessarily being obligated to fast.
Read moreWeb and app based Interventions for Reducing Eating Disorders (WIRED) project
The Web- and app-based Interventions for Reducing Eating Disorders (WIRED) project has developed a 10-week app-based prevention and early intervention program (SEED) targeting eating disorder symptoms in adults.
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