Review shows success of eating disorder MBS items While the RACGP says shared care must be in place, the review is a welcome ‘observation of reforms’ and a ‘deeper dig’.
GPs ‘overwhelmed’ with eating disorders in young patients How can GPs help the rising number of teens with disordered eating when social media use is rampant? One GP is calling for a new approach.
New eating disorder resource ‘a win-win’ for GPs and patients Created with GPs, for GPs, the new RACGP-endorsed point-of-care tool supports early detection, treatment and referrals in a bid to fill gaps in care.
New GP pathway to improve management of eating disorders With patients facing unmet need for appropriate care, Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician criteria has been expanded to include GPs.
GPs need more support managing eating disorders: Poll One expert believes general practice can ‘make a huge impact’ by using available resources to help patients and navigate referrals.
What does an eating disorder look like? Part 2 According to an advocate with lived experience, asking for help can be one of the largest obstacles to overcome on the road to recovery.
What does an eating disorder look like? Appearance is just the ‘tip of the iceberg’, says Alex Rodriguez, who is now using his lived experience as a strength to help people.
New GP hub to provide ‘360-degree’ eating disorder support The digital platform is due to launch in the second half of 2023 and will offer a suite of tailored treatment options.
‘Sobering’ statistics reveal childhood mental health trauma Emergency department presentations for intentional self-harming behaviours and eating disorders soared during the pandemic.
‘Disturbing’ rate of disordered eating among young people New research across 16 countries suggests the proportion of disordered eating among young people is as high as 22%.