In countrywide recognition of the need for research, prevention programs, and treatment options for the 30 million Americans who will experience an eating disorder, the United States Senate has passed...
Twice a year, advocates come together in Washington, D.C. to influence federal policy, push for change, and educate representatives of Congress about those affected by eating disorders. NEDA has served...
On August 24, 2017, the State of Illinois enacted Public Act 100-0305, which amends the Illinois Insurance Code to afford greater protection to individuals suffering from eating disorders by expanding...
As you may have heard, the Department of Defense (DoD) recently released the announcement for the Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) that permits funding for eating disorders research! This...
In 2014, I was in the early days of my recovery from an eating disorder, and although it is a very personal experience, I wanted to share my story to...
Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness, yet are among the lowest funded. As a community, we need to fight to change this. According to the...
When I was still living with the shame, secrecy, and fear surrounding my history with binge eating disorder (BED), I never could have imagined sitting across from anyone—let alone my...
I’m joining advocates from across the country on Capitol Hill today and we need your help. We’re asking for increased funding for eating disorders research and in just five minutes,...
We’re working hard to get more money allocated for eating disorders research, but we need your help. A letter asking for $10 million in funding is circulating around the House...
