Bulimia in Young People
Description
In this 9-minute lived experience film, Susannah shares her journey with eating disorders, which began at age 10 with body image worries that led to dieting, weight loss, self-harm, and bulimia. Through her story, she reflects on the power of recognising shared experiences and how openness and storytelling can play a vital role in recovery.
Learning Objectives
1. Understand how early body image concerns can develop into more serious eating disorder behaviours.
2. Recognise the value of shared experiences and peer support in the recovery journey.
3. Increase awareness of the complex links between self-harm and eating disorders in young people.