Big changes such as going to university can be difficult to navigate, especially being away from familiar settings, situations and loved ones if you've been affected by an eating disorder. So, we are joining Student Minds and UMHAN this #UniMentalHealthDay to let you know that you are not alone 💜

It's International Women's Day, so we wanted to say a BIG THANK YOU to every woman out there for being you 💖 What is something you appreciate about yourself or a woman in your life? Drop it in the comments below 👇

We'd love to hear your thoughts on children's use of mobile phones and social media in our survey, to inform the government's national consultation. Head here to fill out our anonymous survey 👇 https://beateatingdisorders.tfaforms.net/236

While the judges at Smiley Charity Film Awards are deciding who will win Film of the Year award, we also have the chance to be the People's Choice Award - will you help us? Head here, vote for our video and share with your friends, family and colleagues: https://bit.ly/44AUomW

That's a wrap on #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek 2026 ⭐ Thank you so much to everyone who has liked, commented, shared, fundraised, spread awareness, and reached out for support. Your impact this week will help us and so many others change more lives for the better. Thank you 💜

A series of pilot schemes commissioned by NHS England to treat the life-threatening eating disorder #T1DE are at risk of closure. Find out more here: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/news/vital-nhs-t1de-treatment-pilot-schemes-set-to-end-in-april/

Today is the Westminster parliament debate for Eating Disorders Awareness Week, taking place between 1:30-3pm. 👉 If you're interested but can't be there physically, tune into the debate through the Parliament website: https://www.parliamentlive.tv/Commons #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek

Thank you to everyone who was a part of our #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek 2026 video 💜 And if you haven't seen it already, what are you waiting for? Watch now! #BeatCommunity #EDAW2026 #YouAreNotAlone

You asked, we listened - head to Ask Beat on our website to see some of our most commonly asked questions answered by members of Team Beat: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/get-help-for-myself/ask-beat/ #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek #EDAW2026 #YouAreNotAlone

Eating disorders can be deeply isolating, but connecting with others can be life-changing. Whether your community is one person or many, every meaningful connection can bring hope, strength, and the reminder that #YouAreNotAlone #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek #BeatCommunity #EDAW2026

We're one day away from Eating Disorders Awareness Week - and one day away from sharing our 2026 campaign video! Get ready to like, share and spread awareness 🫶 Video dropping at 9am. #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek #BeatCommunity #EDAW2026 #YouAreNotAlone

Monday is the start of #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek 2026 - and with the theme being Community, we wanted to say a big THANK YOU to our eating disorder and mental health community, who are working with us 💜 Check out and follow them below! #EDAW2026 #YouAreNotAlone

It's #NationalLoveYourPetDay so we want to give a big shout out to all of your furry friends who have supported you in your recovery 💖 So it's the perfect day to give them a cuddle, a pat or their favourite snack, to say thank you in their language!

Monday is the start of #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek, which will be filled with stories, support and ways that you can help - one of the ways you can help is by posting sensitively and safely if you're making your own content. Here is our quick and easy guide on how to do this ✨

Researchers at the University of Cumbria are looking into the experiences of those who have dealt with restrictive practices in their eating disorder care to understand how those being restricted feel. Head here to find out more and sign up: https://bit.ly/4kkhPrx

Supporting someone with an eating disorder? As a parent, partner, sibling, family member or friend? Don't miss out on our FREE drop-in session with our expert eating disorder clinician this Monday, 23 February! Find out more and grab your spot here: https://bit.ly/3l7OqTN

Today is our Scottish parliament debate for Eating Disorders Awareness Week, taking place after Decision Time at 7:45pm and led by Elena Whitham MSP. Join us in person if you're in Scotland, or tune into the debate through the Scottish Parliament website: https://bit.ly/4rhCWNB

We're just one week away from #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek, and we're so excited to share with you all our exciting new content - including our 2026 video! Get ready to get sharing at 9am, Monday 23 February 🫶 #EDAW #YouAreNotAlone #BeatCommunity #EDAW2026

Happy Valentines Day 💖 While today is a great time to show love to other people, why not show love to yourself too? Here are some of our favourite ideas on how to self-love this Valentines weekend 🫶

Want to show your support for Eating Disorders Awareness Week? Download our social media downloadable assets on our website: https://edaw.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/information-and-resources/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=edaw_2026_awareness&utm_content=downloads_promo_1

Don’t forget to book your place at our Social Media & Eating Disorders workshop 👇👇👇 Our early bird tickets are ending on Thursday 19 February so don't miss out! Find out more and grab your place today: https://bit.ly/4qJjf0J

We were delighted to see @richardquigley.bsky.social Private Members’ Bill calling for mandatory training on eating disorders for frontline workers, developed in partnership with our friends @dumpthescales.bsky.social Read more here: https://bit.ly/4roRomU

BREAKING NEWS: We're Smiley Awards finalists! We're so grateful for all of you who voted for our Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2025 video ⭐ Keep your eyes peeled over the next few months for the finals... #SmileyCFA26 #CharityFilmAwards #TheSmileys #CFA26

Eating Disorders Awareness Week is less than 2 weeks away 🤩🤩🤩 and with this year's theme being #Community, we wanted to share Rebecca's story 👉 https://bit.ly/4tvoX8o #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek #BeatCommunity #EDAW2026 #YouAreNotAlone

We're excited to announce eating disorders will be discussed in a parliamentary debate for Eating Disorders Awareness Week - and we'd love it if you joined us! 📆 Tuesday 17 February 📍 Meet us outside the Scottish parliament building 🕐 Around 6pm

It's the start of Children's Mental Health Week, so we're highlighting how you can support a child who might be affected by an eating disorder - as a parent, family member, friend or teacher. #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

On today's blog, Rose and Ali share their experiences navigating social media while Rose recovered from an eating disorder 🫶 Thank you both Rose and Ali for sharing your story - you can read their blog here 👉 https://bit.ly/3NTRa8I

📢 February research opportunities 📢 If you're interested in taking part in any of these research projects, head to the links below: FINE-ED questionnaire 👉 https://bit.ly/4qSldMB Leading study 👉 https://bit.ly/4puC9rD VR cafe intervention 👉 https://bit.ly/4eiy4jW

Supporting someone with an eating disorder? As a parent, partner, sibling, family member or friend? Don't miss out on our FREE drop-in session with our expert eating disorder clinician on Monday 23 February! Find out more and grab your spot here: https://bit.ly/3l7OqTN

Our fundraiser of the month is... Vanessa! Last weekend, our CEO joined thousands of fundraisers trekking around London's most iconic landmarks in the Winter Walk Challenge. Thank you CEO and all of our #TeamBeat fundraisers 💜

New guidance has been published for NHS Integrated Care Boards and providers of eating disorder services on the services for children and young people. Read more here: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/news/new-nhs-england-guidance-on-eating-disorder-services-for-children-and-young-people/

We're LESS THAN 24 hours away from the voting for the Smiley Charity Film Awards closing - and we need your help! All you need to do is head to our link: https://smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/eating-disorders-can-affect-anyone and click vote - and if you can, share with anyone you know!

THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 FUNDRAISERS! In 2025, you raised an incredible £729,181.41 to help us support those affected by eating disorders all across the UK ⭐ If you're planning a 2026 fundraiser, share it in the comments below 👇

There's still time to vote for our Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2025 video in the Smiley Film Awards! Head here to vote: https://smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/eating-disorders-can-affect-anyone #SmileyCharityFilmAwards #CharityFilmAwards

Earlier this month, we met with Tom Arthur MSP, the Scottish Minister for Social Care and Mental Wellbeing - here's what happened:

If you've been wanting to take on a fundraising challenge, now is the best time to sign up - as we have a code to get you 50% off Ultra Challenge registration fees ON TOP OF the 25% for signing up via Beat. Use code 'HELLO2026' at checkout: https://bit.ly/4aPgoOV

We know that social media can be challenging to navigate if you have an eating disorder - which is why we’re running our Social Media & Eating Disorders workshop. Find out more and grab your place today: https://bit.ly/4qJjf0J #Workshop #SocialMedia #SocialMediaWorkshop

If you are 18 years old +, based in the UK, have lived experience of having an eating disorder, and have autism and / or ADHD, be part of our panel! Sign up and join our online information session 28th January 6pm-7pm to find out more: https://bit.ly/4qjtUPz

In today's blog, Emily shares her journey - from developing an eating disorder, to choosing herself and choosing recovery for herself every single day since. To read the rest of this blog, head here: https://bit.ly/4qd03bE Thank you Emily for sharing your story 💖

RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES FOR JANUARY! ARFID study 👉 [email protected] LEADING study 1 👉 https://bit.ly/4puC9rD LEADING study 2 👉 https://bit.ly/4puC9rD

If you've been wanting to take on a fundraising challenge, now is the best time to sign up - as we have a code to get you 50% off Ultra Challenge registration fees ON TOP OF the 25% for signing up via Beat. Don't forget to use our code 'HELLO2026': https://bit.ly/4aPgoOV

Vote for our Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2025 video in the Smiley Charity Film Awards today 👉 https://bit.ly/44AUomW We would love it if you could help support us and vote for our video, and share with your friends and family for their votes too 💖 Love, Team Beat!

Have you been meaning to get your friends together? For a walk, coffee morning, or movie marathon? Why not turn it into a chance to fundraise for a good cause!? Sign up to Twogether, to support those with eating disorders get the help that they need: https://bit.ly/3XcYgGy

Tick off your bucket list, and join team Beat to explore the #GreatWallOfChina! So what are you waiting for? Head to our website to sign up to our Great Wall of China Trek 2026 🙌 https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/support-our-work/fundraise-for-beat/take-on-a-challenge/great-wall-of-china-trek/

This January, we want to change the conversation and share some of your positive resolutions you want to make in 2026. What are your resolutions for the New Year that will bring you happiness?

In January, we're meeting with Tom Arthur MSP, to further raise awareness of eating disorders in Scotland. We'd like to give you the opportunity to share your thoughts to shape Scottish policy and services through our short survey: https://beateatingdisorders.tfaforms.net/233

Our fundraiser of the year is... Georgia! The fantastic Georgia has taken on 12+ challenges this year and so we had to dedicate a post to her and everyone who's been involved in her challenges. We are blown away by her dedication to fundraising for us so THANK YOU Georgia!

If you need support for caring for a loved one with an eating disorder, join our online drop-in session, to ask questions, raise concerns and gain guidance. Find out more via POD: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/support-someone-else/pod-e-learning-platform/

Come and join Team Beat at the London Winter Walk 👟❄️🏅 Sign up today via out website, and choose 1 of 4 fully accessibly routes taking place over two days: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/support-our-work/fundraise-for-beat/take-on-a-challenge/london-winter-walk-26/

⭐Day 12 of Beat's 12 days of Caremas⭐ We may seem a bit quieter on socials this week, but don't worry, Beat is still here for you if you need us. Our Helpline is still open Monday to Friday, 3-8 pm and our online support groups continue to run in the evenings too.