16 July 2026: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Photos available via Conor McCabe photography – info@conormccabe.ie) Published by Bodywhys – The Eating Disorders Association of Ireland, the report shows that 6,696 people accessed Bodywhys support services in 2025 through its helpline, support email service, online support groups, family support services and structured support programmes. Over the past three […]
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Media Release: Minister Mary Butler TD launches Bodywhys 2025 Annual Report as organisation marks 30 years supporting people affected by eating disorders
Bodywhys Annual Report 2025
We are very pleased to announce the release of the Bodywhys Annual Report for 2025. This serves as a comprehensive overview of our activities, achievements, and impact throughout the past year.
Statement from Bodywhys, The Eating Disorders Association of Ireland
Bodywhys welcomes the recent announcement by Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People, Mary Butler TD, confirming the commitment to expand specialist adult eating disorder bed capacity and to enhance six priority acute mental health units as part of the Department of Health’s Sectoral Plan 2026-2030.
Media Release: Bodywhys calls on communities across Ireland to get involved in Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2026
Bodywhys recently marked a major milestone, hosting a celebratory event to commemorate 30 years of supporting people affected by eating disorders and their families
Statement from Bodywhys, The Eating Disorders Association of Ireland
Following recent concerns over safety and harmful content, Bodywhys will cease engagement with platform X. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and responsible communication, and continued involvement with X no longer aligns with our core principles at this time.
Festive Period 2025: Support Services
Find details of our support services that will be running throughout the Christmas holidays and the New Year 2025.
Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2026
We are delighted to announce that the theme for Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2026 will be “Eating Disorders: Exploring Connection and Community.”
Statement from Bodywhys, The Eating Disorders Association of Ireland
Bodywhys welcomes the recent announcement by Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People, Mary Butler TD, confirming the commitment to expand specialist adult eating disorder bed capacity and to enhance six priority acute mental health units as part of the Department of Health’s Sectoral Plan 2026-2030.
Bodywhys marks 30 years of supporting people affected by eating disorders and their families amid rising demand for family support.
Bodywhys recently marked a major milestone, hosting a celebratory event to commemorate 30 years of supporting people affected by eating disorders and their families
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