| The_Eating_Disorder_Unit__Other_Eating_Disorders Descriptions of less common eating disorders including Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), Pica, Night Eating Syndrome and Sleep Eating Disorder (SED-NOS. From the Institute of Psychiatry, Kings College, |
| Eating_Disorder_Videos_EDV List and short synopsis of eating disorder related films on DVD and VHS. |
| Eating_Disorders Information to help individuals along the way to recovery, ranging from signs and symptoms, to relapse warning signs. |
| Eating_Disorders_--_MentalHealthChannel Statistical information regarding bulimia, anorexia, and binge eating disorder. |
| Eating_Disorders_and_Self-Mutilation_-_Hope_at/EDSM! A recovery site for victims of Eating Disorders. Quotes, inspiration, my story, ED test, recovery tools. |
| Eating_Disorders_Arena Information about eating disorders books and journals as well as additional resources and links. |
| Eating_Disorders_in_a_Disordered_Culture Online component of a public art project to raise awareness about eating disorders. Visitors can read from dozens of personal accounts, and add their own contributions and stories. |
| Eating_Disorders_Information_and_Links Find information on various types of Eating Disorders, treatment and recovery on and offline. Memorial sites, message boards, midi, and cards. |
| Eating_Disorders_Resources Specializing in eating disorders publications and education since 1980. Home of Gürze Books. |
| EatingDisordersOnline_com Information about Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, Compulsive Overeating, and Over Exercising, including treatment options, info on recovery, and Forums for online support. |
| ED-NOS__The_Unspoken_Diagnosis About the "not otherwise specified" diagnosis of eating disorders. |
| Helpguide__Eating_Disorders Describes the different types, risk factors and treatment options, with detailed information on each one. |
| Makayla\'s_Healing_Place Information on anorexia and bulimia, pro-anorexia refuge, treatment, recovery, links, stories, poetry, and art. Additional information on self-injury, depression, anxiety, and domestic violence. |
| MEDLINEplus__Eating_Disorders Directory of resources about all aspects of eating disorders from the National Library of Medicine at the National Institutes of Health. |
| Merck__Eating_Disorders Information on anorexia nervosa, bulimia, and other eating disorders. Includes causes, risk factors, and support resources. |
| National_Eating_Disorder_Information_Centre Promotes healthy lifestyles as an alternative to dieting and the destructive cultural emphasis on appearance. Descriptions of various disorders; FAQ; guide for those close to sufferers; list of semina |
| Peace,_Love_and_Hope_Eating_Disorders_Site Information, not just on anorexia and bulimia, but also on the many other demons that tend to accompany them (ie - depression, self-injury, OCD). Includes chatrooms and bulletin boards. |
| Psychoanalytic_Approach_to_Eating_Disorders Eating disorders from a psychoanalytic perspective. |
| Relapse_and_Recovery_(Yahoo_Group) Discussion for those seeking 12 step recovery from Compulsive Overeating. |
| Silent_Screams Created by a sufferer. Personal story, general information about various aspects of EDs as well as abuse issues, resources for help, forum, and the possibility to submit poetry and stories. |
| The_Skinny A webzine devoted to anorexia and bulimia, including essay contests, book reviews, poetry and advice. |
| Something-fishy_org Contains information and resources pertaining to anorexia, bulimia and compulsive overeating. Included are definitions, signs and symptoms, physical dangers, along with treatment information. |
| The_Stanford_Health_Library Provides links for all categories of eating disorders. |
| Sugar_Highs Information on Diabetes and eating disorders. Causes and symptoms of eating disorders. |
| Suite101_com__Eating_Disorders Presents articles, discussions and quotes, as well as treatment and prevention options. |
| Whittling_the_Body_Down_To_Skin_&_Bones Anorexia nervosa & bulimia are life-threatening diseases, not enviable "lifestyles". |
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| Laparoscopy_and_Urology_ Deals with almost every aspect, all under one roof. A section for surgeons and lay persons. |
| Medicine_Net__Focus_on_Urological_Disorders Offers medical information, doctor produced, written for patients experiencing disorders such as urinary tract infections, and overactive bladder. Includes procedures, tests, and medications. |
| OHSU_Health_--_Urology Overview, symptom and treatment information about urology health topics from Oregon Health and Sciences University. |
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| Binswanger\'s_Disease Subcortical Arterioscl Encephalopathy information sheet compiled by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. |
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Why this Website Exists 
Nearly all people with eating disorders develop their habits during their college years. (86% of people with eating disorders develop them around the age of 20).
As a female college student, I am well aware of the pressure on girls my age to be pretty and thin. Scan through the TV shows, movies, and magazines. It seems like models become thinner and thinner each year. Is an anorexic body really all that desirable? Either way, the media has a very strong influence over what is considered attractive. As long as they constantly advertise thin bodies, it will be considered the image of beauty. With these incredibly high standards, many women have poor self-image. Especially in college, we're supposed to be in our prime, right?
This obsession with beauty, body image, and acceptance plagues too many. When I was assigned to work on improving some aspect of my college campus, UCF, I immediately knew what I wanted to work on. Too many of my friends were obsessed with how they look, what they eat, and all that jazz. Their warped self-images were infectious, and I began to realize that eating disorders and the mindsets that come with it are more common than some people realize.
My partner and I decided to survey 100+ people at UCF (17-28yrs old) to get an idea of what people around here think about eating disorders. Go to the "Survey" section for more info.
I chose to focus on eating disorders in college for a few reasons: 1. I’m in college.2. One in ten female college students has an eating disorder.3. I know a many people that have a distorted body image.
College is an exciting and liberating experience, especially if you live on your own. You’ve broken away from your parents, and now you have a chance to prove yourself. However, with the new choices and freedoms, there are a plethora of responsibilities. There are bills to pay, meals to buy, subjects to study, papers to write, et cetera. In addition, if your friends didn’t come to the same college, you have to start all over and build new friendships. It can be a lot of work, and if you don’t manage your time well, things can spin out of control really quickly.
When things do go awry, some people find solace in controlling their eating habits. Many eat junk food whenever they feel badly, and then the guilt is so overpowering that they vomit it all back up. Others eat less and less in hopes of losing weight and becoming the ideal size. In a chaotic world, it is something people can control.
Between running around socializing or studying, it is very difficult to eat well and feel good about ourselves, but it is also very important to our success. Eating disorders can destroy our bodies, self-esteem, and lives. That is why this page was created. We want to educate and try to lend a helping hand, because we know too many women with low self-esteem and destructive eating habits.
Welcome to our attempt to help someone... anyone.
Please feel free to share your own personal experiences in our guest book. Or, if you have any suggestions or comments, drop us a line! 
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