Eating disorders

Six questions about eating disorders, asked in November 2026.

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The questions

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I think I have an eating disorder. Who should I see first?
As soon as you can
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The NHS says see a GP as soon as possible
What is the Beat helpline number for eating disorders?
0808 801 0677
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The NHS says beat helpline: 0808 801 0677
Who is most likely to get an eating disorder?
Anyone can, mostly teens and young adults
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The NHS says anyone can, mostly teens and young adults
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The NHS says anyone can, mostly teens and young adults
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The NHS says anyone can, mostly teens and young adults
Can people fully recover from an eating disorder?
Most recover
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The NHS says most people recover
what are causes of eating disorders
No single NHS line
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what are the causes of eating disorders
No single NHS line
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Where the answers came from

Answers, of 4 with sources
National Eating Disorders AssociationUS website2 BeatUK charity2 PubMed CentralUS government1 Mayo ClinicUS hospital1
Eating Disorder HopeUS health website1
NHS websiteNHS1

Where the answers came from

Answers, of 1 with sources
Eating Disorder HopeUS health website1
National Eating Disorders AssociationUS website1

Where the answers came from

Answers, of 2 with sources
BeatUK charity2
NHS websiteNHS1
UK charities for eating disorders BeatFamily LivesYoungMinds