NIHM Twitter Chat: Eating Disorders

Date/Time: Thursday, February 28, 2019, 11:00 AM ―12:00 PM PST

Eating disorders affect people of all genders, ages, races/ethnicities, body weights, and socioeconomic statuses. Obsessions with food, body weight, and shape may be signs of an eating disorder. These disorders can affect a person’s physical and mental health; in some cases, they can be life-threatening. But eating disorders can be treated. Learning more about them can help you spot the warning signs and seek treatment early.

In recognition of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, NIMH is hosting a Twitter chat on eating disorders. This chat will cover the common types of eating disorders, how they are treated, current research, and how to find help. Mark Chavez, Ph.D., the Program Chief of the NIMH Eating Disorders Research Program, will be available to discuss the topic and answer questions live on Twitter.

Participating is easy.

To ask questions, you must have a Twitter account.
Follow @NIMHgov on Twitter for updates about the chat and other information about mental health research.
If you do not have a Twitter account, you can still observe the chat in real-time by entering the hashtag #NIMHchats at tchat.io.
Remember to use #NIMHchats with your questions and posts.

An archive of the chat will be posted on NIMH’s website following the event.

Note: The experts cannot provide specific medical advice or referrals. Please consult with a qualified health care provider for diagnosis, treatment, and answers to your personal questions. If you need help finding a provider, visit www.nimh.nih.gov/findhelp.

More Information: www.twitter.com/NIMHgov