Call our National Helpline on 01-2107906 or email alex@bodywhys.ie

Christmas Support Services

December 16, 2021

We are here to listen and support you in any way we can over the Christmas. Please see our support services schedule below.

Podcast Episode 2 – Coronavirus and Eating Disorders: Voices from around the world

December 7, 2021

For our latest podcast, we spoke with staff in eating disorder organisations around the world about their experiences of supporting people during Covid-19. 

Specialist Eating Disorder Service, Mount Carmel Hospital – Statement from Bodywhys

December 3, 2021

‘Spencer’ Film – Advice from Bodywhys

November 16, 2021

Bodywhys is aware of the newly released film, Spencer, portraying the life of Princess Diana, released on November 5th. The film, rated 12A, contains graphic scenes of eating disorder behaviours, self-harm and specific mentions of weight.  Having seen Spencer in its entirety, Bodywhys highlights that the visual and other elements of the film may raise concerns for people affected by or vulnerable to eating disorders.

November 26th 2021 – Coping with Christmas

November 8, 2021

This webinar is for those who want to learn how they can support a person with an eating disorder around this time. To book, please email Ruby on: info@bodywhys.ie.

October 22nd 2021 – PiLaR Programme for family members (online)

October 8, 2021

Our next PiLaR programme for family members, parents and carers starts on Friday, October 22nd 2021, running from 10am-12pm. To book a free place, please contact Terri via pilar@bodywhys.ie

COVID-19 & Eating Disorders research study published – Journal of Clinical Medicine

August 13, 2021

Review of Ireland’s First Year of the COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on People Affected by Eating Disorders: ‘Behind Every Screen There Was a Family Supporting a Person with an Eating Disorder’  Earlier this year, Bodywhys was asked to work on a research paper about eating disorders. The study was recent published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine. […]

Body image webinars for secondary level students

August 11, 2021

We’re pleased to confirm upcoming body image webinars for secondary level students. To book, please email Ruby via info@bodywhys.ie

This series is not for teachers. Please access this link for upcoming training options for teachers.

September 10th 2021 – PiLaR Programme for family members (online)

July 7, 2021

Our next PiLaR programme for family members, parents and carers starts on Friday, September 10th 2021, running from 10am-12pm. To book a free place, please contact Terri via pilar@bodywhys.ie

Employment Opportunity – Communications Officer – *Now closed*

June 15, 2021

New Maudsley Workshops – Summer 2021 – Skills Based Caring in Eating Disorders

June 11, 2021

Bodywhys is offering New Maudsley Carer Skills workshops for parents who have completed our PiLaR programme, over the summer. When: Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th June 7-9pm Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th July 7-9pm Monday 23rd and Tuesday 24th August 7-9pm (follow up) Bookings: To book a place, please contact Terri via pilar@bodywhys.ie Click here […]

June 3rd 2021 – PiLaR Programme for family members (online)

May 17, 2021

Our next PiLaR programme for family members, parents and carers starts on Thursday, June 3rd 2021, running from 7-9pm. To book a free place, please contact pilar@bodywhys.ie      

Covid-19 Vaccines Update

May 7, 2021

Recently, we asked the Department of Health about vaccines for people with eating disorders. You can find the response here.

April 21st 2021 – PiLaR Programme for family members (online)

April 13, 2021

Our next PiLaR programme for family members, parents and carers starts on Wednesday, April 21st 2021, running from 7-9pm.

Mental Health Act 2001 review – Public consultation

March 5, 2021

The Department of Health has announced a public consultation on draft legislation to update the Mental Health Act, 2001. You can find more details here.

Collaboration with Sport Ireland Institute – Coach Education Workshop Series

February 25, 2021

We’re pleased to collaborate with the Sport Ireland Institute on a 3 part series of online workshops for coaches. Supporting athletes with fuelling for performance and health Problems resulting from under fuelling and eating disorders have long been a significant challenge in sport. The workshops will aim to guide how coaches can help to reduce […]

EDAW 2021 – March 5th – Report launch – Reflections on Eating Disorders Experiences in Ireland

February 25, 2021

EDAW 2021 – March 4th – Understanding Eating Disorders, with UCD Food Society

February 24, 2021

When: Thursday 4th March 2021 Time: 1-2pm Focus: Understanding Eating Disorders With: UCD Food Society. Closed Session #EDAW2021

March 4th 2021 – PiLaR Programme for family members (online)

February 17, 2021

Our next PiLaR programme for family members, parents and carers starts on Thursday, March 4th 2021, running from 7-9pm. To book a free place, please contact pilar@bodywhys.ie  

EDAW 2021 – March 3rd – Understanding Eating Disorders: Maynooth Mental Health Society

January 26, 2021

12.30-1.30pm Closed event #EDAW2021

EDAW 2021 – March 3rd – Eating Disorders, let’s talk about it – Public online webinar

January 26, 2021

EDAW 2021 – March 3rd Webinar – Autism and Eating Disorders Across the Lifespan

January 26, 2021

This free webinar from Bodywhys, and the Psychological Society of Ireland’s Special Interest Group in Autism (PSISIGA) and Special Interest Group in Eating Disorders (PSISIGED), focuses on autism and eating disorders across the lifespan. Speakers include those working in and researching the area and those with lived experience. When: Wednesday, March 3rd 2021 at 6:30pm. […]

EDAW 2021 – March 2nd Webinar – Impact of Covid-19 on the Eating Disorder Community

January 25, 2021

This free webinar from the Psychological Society of Ireland’s Special Interest Group in Eating Disorders (PSI SIGED) focuses on how the Covid-19 pandemic has affected people in the eating disorder community. Speakers include those working in and researching the area and the lived experience. When: Tuesday, March 2nd 2021, from 6:15pm-8pm. Bookings: You can book […]

EDAW 2021 – March 2nd Webinar – Body Image and COVID-19: A Youth Perspective

January 25, 2021

Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2021

January 24, 2021

EDAW 2021 – March 1st CPD Webinar – Professional Training – Binge Eating Disorder

January 24, 2021

To book, please contact aedinetwork@gmail.com #EDAW2021