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Getting There

Holding On

In this video clip from the "Getting There" DVD produced by the Eating Disorders Foundation of Victoria participants discuss the emotional and personal background to their story including how they were "holding on" to their eating disorder because of issues with control, self-esteem,self-doubt and confidence. Participants discuss anorexia bulimia nervosa, binge eating and vomiting and the response of friends, family and parents to their eating disorder.

To Purchase the "Getting There" DVD contact the Eating Disorders Foundation of Victoria.

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  • Introductions

    Introducing the participants in the Eating Disorders programme.

    Play 1:55 min 3.1 MB

  • Holding On

    A discussion of the personal emotional background to the eating disorder.

    Members Only 6:15 min 12.3 MB

  • Letting Go

    The realisation of a problem with food is the first step on the road to recovery from an eating disorder.

    Play 4:38 min 8.9 MB

  • On the way

    Recovery from an eating disorder begins with the support of friends, family & medical professionals.

    Members Only 6:18 min 12.5 MB

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