Reflections on 2014 and looking towards the year ahead
With the year now drawing to a close, it is a perfect time to reflect on the year passed. In 2014 we celebrated our fifth year anniversary and what a year it has been. In this blog post I want to...
View Article‘How I Overcome My Eating Disorder For Life – And You Can Too’ by Thomas...
It is incredible just how many people know so little about the nature of eating disorders. Eating disorders are often associated with the stereotypical image of the self-induced emaciated teenage girl,...
View Article‘Fundamentals: A Guide for Parents, Teachers and Carers on Mental Health and...
I had high hopes for this book from the outset, having had the pleasure to read “Hope with eating disorders” written by Lynn Crilly. This is a book I have passed on to many other sufferers and...
View Article‘Nothing to Fix – A Life Worth Living’ by Troy Roness
“People walk around every day with faces frozen in smiles and steady hands over their trembling hearts. At first glance, and even second, they are fine. Why would someone need concern if they are...
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Calling volunteers for RecoverED Photography Project
We are seeking men of all ages and backgrounds within the South-east and/or travelling distance to be photographed. MGEDT is working on an exciting photo project titled ‘Recover-ED’. The main aim of...
View Article‘Recovering Your Future’ by Craig Edwards
This week (Monday 23rd February to Sunday 1st March 2015) is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. It gives us all a chance to raise awareness and challenge the stigma that surrounds men with eating...
View ArticleNew services for men with eating disorders and carers
New services have been announced over the past twelve months including face to face and online peer support groups. Our London men’s and carers eating disorders peer support group started in April....
View ArticleDates announced for UK-wide Workshop Tour
Following the success of previous three Workshop Tour, we are pleased to announce dates for the Workshop Tour 2015. The following workshops are available for individuals who are seeking an increased...
View ArticleMGEDT first ever national conference a success
On 10th July MGEDT held our first ever national conference in our home city of Brighton. Over 100 delegates were able to attend despite the tube strikes! For a Twitter commentary of the conference...
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‘4000 miles on a bike to raise awareness of boy anorexia’ by Jake Gollings...
In hindsight I have always been an obsessional person. I can remember one specific holiday – I must have been around 7 – when I started dabbling in a bit of obsessional hand cleaning. The ladder up to...
View ArticleMGEDT shortlisted for European Diversity Award
Men Get Eating Disorders Too is delighted to announce that we are shortlisted for ‘Marketing Campaign of The Year’ at the European Diversity Awards. The EDA’s recognise and celebrate those...
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Watch the trailer for MGEDT documentary ‘Millstone’
‘Millstone’ is the new documentary by Men Get Eating Disorders Too* and director Florence Pellanci. It tells the stories of men who speak about their experiences from illness to recovery including two...
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MGEDT documentary ‘Millstone’ now available to watch online
‘Millstone’ is the long-awaited documentary made by MGEDT and directed by Florence Pellanci. The 30 minute film includes interviews of nine men share their inspiring story of bravery and resilience,...
View ArticleGet involved for Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW) 2016 takes place between 22nd and 28th February. This year concentrates on the impact eating disorders can have in the workplace and highlighting what...
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MGEDT Founder speaks at Pe(n)sa Differente Coneference
On 17th June Sam Thomas (MGEDT Founder & Director) spoke at the Pe(n)sa Differente conference in Leece, South Italy. It was the ninth edition of the annual eating disorders and obesity conference...
View ArticleMGEDT National Conference 2017 theme announced
We are pleased to announce that our second national conference will take place in Brighton in the Summer of 2017. On the basis of last year’s conference feedback and the areas of most interest, we can...
View ArticleMGEDT invites your input on peer support groups
MGEDT is inviting you to complete a short survey on your views and experiences of support groups for men living with eating disorders. It involves eight simple questions with options to elaborate with...
View ArticleMGEDT National Conference open for bookings
We are pleased to announce our second national second will be taking place on 17th November at the Brighthelm Centre in our home city of Brighton. The theme of the conference is ‘Exploring Body...
View ArticleBBC highlight increase of males being treated for eating disorders
BBC Breakfast News have announced new found the rising numbers of men being treated for eating disorders. The story’s based on an Freedom of Information investigation conducted, which found the number...
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