Welcome to our blog!
We are passionate about offering a service and community which is inclusive, empathic, understanding and non-judgmental. We believe that support should be available for all those affected by eating difficulties and disorders regardless of age, race, gender identity, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
These principles of equality and diversity underpin our person-centred, service user led approach to mental health and a big part of the reason we decided to launch our blog space. Here you’ll find First Steps ED updates, as well as stories and features from our community. We want to give everyone an opportunity to share stories, introduce unheard voices and discuss important topics around mental health and eating disorders.
Achieving Goals in Eating Disorder Recovery
Achieving Goals in Eating Disorder Recovery Today is the day, only a stretch of beach and a mild 9 pm wind stand between me and the sea. It's been years since I've even thought of going in the sea and now, in my vest and pants,
Team Be More Pacific to row 2,800 miles for First Steps ED
Team Be More Pacific to row 2,800 miles for First Steps ED In 2023, 38 teams set out to row across The Atlantic Ocean in The Worlds Toughest Row. Skipper, Robyn Harvey, wanted to do something a bit more unusual and set about recruiting a team
From Healthy to Harmful: An Athlete’s Journey
From Healthy to Harmful: An Athlete's Journey Eating disorders, something that no one ever pictures themselves going through or anticipates will ever happen to them… Personally, I never imagined I’d ever get an eating disorder, and I was fine…until suddenly I wasn’t… There was one day
First Steps to Understanding and Addressing Eating Disorders
First Steps to Understanding and Addressing Eating Disorders Eating disorders are intricate mental health conditions that disrupt a person's relationship with food. The World Health Organization 2019 report stated that 14 million individuals globally, including 3 million children and adolescents, were living with an eating disorder.
Mindful Movement: Nurturing Mental Health through Gentle Motion
Mindful Movement: Nurturing Mental Health through Gentle Motion Did you know that moving with intention and presence is not just about fitness but a nourishing practice for your mind and soul? Picture this: You're not just going through the motions, but you're fully immersed in the
Beyond the Books: Unveiling the Mental Health Challenges of University Life
Beyond the Books: Unveiling the Mental Health Challenges of University Life “These will be the best years of your life” we commonly hear before embarking on the new and exciting university journey. While this statement might be true for some, the reality is, that for many,
Adelaide’s Story
Adelaide's Story I’m Adelaide, aged 23 and I have recovered from Anorexia Nervosa. Where it started: I had suffered from mental health problems from a young age. What started out as mild anxiety, quickly developed into panic attacks and severe depression. Throughout school, I hated myself.
Navigating Health Recovery: A Guide to Self-Advocacy for Eating Disorder Recovery
Navigating Health Recovery: A Guide to Self-Advocacy for Eating Disorder Recovery Recovering from an eating disorder is a profoundly personal journey, requiring not just medical intervention but also self-advocacy. Understanding how to navigate your path to wellness is essential. Taking control of your health, staying informed,
Occupational Therapy in the Recovery of Eating Disorders
Occupational Therapy in the Recovery of Eating Disorders What is an Occupational Therapist? Occupational Therapy (OT) is a healthcare role which involves improving individuals’ ability to do everyday activities. They help people with: Disability Someone recovering from an illness or operation Mental health
My Eating Disorders and it’s Harmful Secrets
My Eating Disorder and it’s Harmful Secrets - Trigger Warning: This blog contains descriptions of thoughts and feelings around restriction and disordered eating behaviors which could potentially be triggering or distressing for some individuals.Neglecting my dietary needs replaced the neglect of the needs that I couldn’t see,
Raising Awareness of Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating in Children Through a Co-Created Storybook Approach
Raising Awareness of Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating in Children Through a Co-Created Storybook Approach The issue of eating disorders and disordered eating (ED/DE) is becoming more prevalent in younger children and prevention efforts are required in the formative years. However, existing approaches are often resource intensive, focus
Adam’s Story
Adam's Story I have recently finished 16 weeks of sessions at First Steps ED and wanted to share my experience. In the first session, I was introduced to the specialist support officer who would be dealing with me for the duration of my time with First Steps.
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We are proud to support and offer a platform for individuals who are ready to share their stories and talk about their experiences of recovery. Together we can offer hope to lives affected by eating disorders. If you have something to say, a story to tell or advice to share, you are in the right place.
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