Two events planned to recognize National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Every year, the last week of February is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. Schools, churches and communities plan events to raise awareness about the stark realities of eating disorders. There is a theme every year, and this year’s theme is, “I Had No Idea That Eating Disorders Can Destroy Lives.” Oftentimes, it is the misconceptions that surround eating disorders that hold people back from receiving proper treatment.
This week at George Fox, two events are planned as a way to educate our community about eating disorders and best learn how to walk alongside those who are struggling. The hope is also that even if someone hasn’t struggled with an eating disorder, everyone has some kind of relationship with food and the body. Everyone, on some level, can relate to nutrition, exercise, body image and self-esteem.
At 7 p.m. tonight (Tuesday) in EHS 102 we will show Someday Melissa, a film that chronicles one young woman’s struggle with an eating disorder and how this affects her and her loved ones. Chapel credit is available.
On Thursday, Feb. 27, during Shalom time (9 p.m. in Cap and Gown Room), we will have a discussion panel, featuring panelists from the Columbia River Eating Disorders Network. Come and be educated about eating disorders and learn how to walk alongside others who are struggling.
Questions? Contact Annie Stewart at estewart11@georgefox.edu.