National Alliance for Eating Disorders

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National Alliance for Eating Disorders Leading Nonprofit providing education, referrals, & support for all eating disorders.

Founded in October 2000, National Alliance for Eating Disorders has worked tirelessly to raise awareness; eliminate secrecy and stigma; promote access to care; and support those susceptible to, currently struggling with, and recovered from eating disorders. We create a bridge for those needing and seeking help by connecting people with resources to assist them in recovery. The Alliance offers accessible, comprehensive services, including: free, weekly, therapist-led support groups for those struggling and for their loved ones; educational presentations to schools, healthcare providers, hospitals, treatment centers, and community agencies; support and referrals through findEDhelp, our free, comprehensive help-line, website, and smartphone apps; unique and empowering scale smashing events and SmashTALK panel discussions nationwide;
advocacy for eating disorders and mental health legislation; and
low-cost, life-saving outpatient treatment to underinsured and uninsured adults in south Florida.

Today, the celebrates 26 years of connecting individuals and loved ones with support, resources, and care.For 26 years,...
10/15/2026

Today, the celebrates 26 years of connecting individuals and loved ones with support, resources, and care.

For 26 years, we’ve provided free support through our helpline and groups, helped people navigate the often overwhelming process of finding treatment, educated professionals and communities, challenged stigma, and advocated for a world where eating disorders are better understood and everyone impacted can access the care they deserve.

We’re incredibly proud of how far we’ve come and deeply grateful to everyone who has been part of this journey. But we also know there is still so much work ahead. Too many people still face barriers to care, and misinformation about how serious eating disorders are remains far too common.

As we celebrate this milestone, we remain committed to reaching more people, connecting more families with support, and continuing to move this mission forward. Your ongoing support ensures that no one faces an eating disorder alone. 💙

Support The Alliance today: allianceforeatingdisorders.com/donate.

Reaching out for help can feel scary, especially when you’re not sure what to say or what comes next. 💙You don’t have to...
10/14/2026

Reaching out for help can feel scary, especially when you’re not sure what to say or what comes next. 💙

You don’t have to have the right words, and you don’t have to figure everything out before asking for support.

Asking for help isn’t something to be afraid of. It’s a step toward support and recovery.

📞 Call 866.662.1235
💬 Text ALLIANCE to 741-741
🔗 Visit allianceforeatingdisorders.com

This Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we’re reflecting on the importance of culture, community, and identity in eating disorder ...
10/12/2026

This Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we’re reflecting on the importance of culture, community, and identity in eating disorder recovery. 💙

Eating disorders affect Indigenous communities at rates comparable to or higher than those seen in non-Indigenous populations, yet these communities remain under-researched, under-diagnosed, and under-served.

Recovery shouldn’t require someone to disconnect from their culture, traditional foods, community, or the traditions that connect them to who they are. Everyone deserves culturally responsive care that honors their history, culture, identity, and lived experience — and supports the whole person.

If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, support is available. You don’t have to face it alone.

📞 Call 866.662.1235
💬 Text ALLIANCE to 741-741
🔗 Visit allianceforeatingdisorders.com

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH: Mental health is health, and eating disorders deserve to be part of the conversation. 💙We’re partne...
10/10/2026

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH: Mental health is health, and eating disorders deserve to be part of the conversation. 💙

We’re partnering with to highlight an important reminder: eating disorders are biologically-based, mental health disorders, and they can affect people of all ages, backgrounds, and body sizes.

Eating disorders do not belong at the margin of mental health. They belong at the center.

If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, support is available.

📞 Call 866.662.1235
💬 Text ALLIANCE to 741-741
🔗 Visit allianceforeatingdisorders.com

💙 IF YOU’RE STRUGGLING WITH AN EATING DISORDER, YOU DON’T HAVE TO FIGURE IT OUT ALONE.As we head into World Mental Healt...
10/08/2026

💙 IF YOU’RE STRUGGLING WITH AN EATING DISORDER, YOU DON’T HAVE TO FIGURE IT OUT ALONE.

As we head into World Mental Health Day, and are sharing five small, actionable steps you can take if you’re struggling with an eating disorder.

You don’t have to wait until things get worse. You don’t have to have the right words. And you don’t have to know exactly what you need before reaching out. Telling someone you trust. Getting connected to support. Giving yourself compassion. Taking the next small step. It all counts.

And if you need someone to talk to, support is available:

The Alliance: 866.662.1235
Free, confidential eating disorder support, resources, and guidance from licensed clinicians.

Crisis Text Line: Text ALLIANCE to 741741
Free, confidential mental health and crisis support, available 24/7.

Save this post for a day when you need it. Share it with someone who may need the reminder. And remember: you deserve support, wherever you are in your journey.

Last week, the National Alliance for Eating Disorders (), alongside and , brought together leaders across technology, h...
10/07/2026

Last week, the National Alliance for Eating Disorders (), alongside and , brought together leaders across technology, healthcare, mental health, research, media, and lived experience for A Conversation on Eating Disorders & AI.

Together, we explored the challenges and opportunities emerging as AI shapes how people seek health information, access support, and engage with care, and what it will take to ensure a safer future for those impacted by eating disorders. One thing remains certain: People with eating disorders are not algorithms.

With sincere gratitude to our moderator, , and panelists Dr. Laura Murray (), Dr. Esther Howe (), Claudia Fischer (), and Dr. Valerie Douglas (mpathic AI) for sharing their expertise and perspectives.

We’re grateful to our presenting sponsor , as well as , , , and , for helping make this important conversation possible.

A special thank you to The Conference Center at 1251 Avenue of the Americas for hosting us, and to our F&B partners , .snacks, and for keeping our guests fueled throughout the evening.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped move this important conversation forward. It's only just starting.

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There’s a lot we wish more people understood about eating disorders.They don’t have a specific “look.” They aren’t a cho...
10/05/2026

There’s a lot we wish more people understood about eating disorders.

They don’t have a specific “look.” They aren’t a choice. They’re about more than food. And you don’t have to wait until things get worse to deserve support.

Every person’s experience with an eating disorder is different, and what someone is going through may not be visible from the outside. Most importantly, you don’t have to prove that you’re “sick enough” to ask for help. 💙

If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, support is available.

📞 Call 866.662.1235
💬 Text ALLIANCE to 741-741
🔗 Visit allianceforeatingdisorders.com

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re partnering with to highlight the connection between intimate partner viol...
10/02/2026

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re partnering with to highlight the connection between intimate partner violence, trauma, and eating disorders.

When someone’s safety, autonomy, or sense of control has been impacted by abuse, their relationship with food can be affected, too. Disordered eating may become a way of coping with overwhelming emotions or circumstances that feel impossible to control.

Whether you’re coping with trauma, an eating disorder, or both, you deserve care and support. 💙

If you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone.

National Alliance for Eating Disorders
📞 Call 866.662.1235
💬 Text ALLIANCE to 741-741
🔗 Visit allianceforeatingdisorders.com

Domestic Violence Hotline
📞 Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
💬 Text START to 88788

When wellness becomes unhealthy, it can be hard to recognize. Wellness can look different for everyone. But when “health...
10/01/2026

When wellness becomes unhealthy, it can be hard to recognize. Wellness can look different for everyone. But when “healthy” habits start feeling like rules you have to follow, it may be worth taking a closer look.

Feeling anxious when you can’t follow your routine.
Feeling guilty after eating certain foods.
Avoiding social plans because they might interfere with your rules.
Spending more and more time thinking about what you eat, how you move, or how your body looks.

Taking care of yourself shouldn’t require perfection, and your well-being shouldn’t depend on following a set of rules.

📞 Call 866.662.1235
💬 Text ALLIANCE to 741-741
🔗 Visit allianceforeatingdisorders.com

Supporting someone with an eating disorder can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to have all the answers. Save this ...
09/29/2026

Supporting someone with an eating disorder can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to have all the answers. Save this guide for when you need a little direction on what to say, do, or avoid.

If you or someone you love is struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, support is available:

📞 Call 866-662-1235
💬 Text “ALLIANCE” to 741-741
🔗 Visit allianceforeatingdisorders.com

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4400 N Congress Avenue, Suite 100
West Palm Beach, FL
33407

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Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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