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If you are joining this group for PhD or Research purposes, even curiosity - this group is NOT for you. This therapeutic self-help support group is specifically for people with eating disorders; who are in the process of recovery. THIS IS A RECOVERY GROUP A warm welcome to new and prospective members Please read before joining Group Guidelines ~0~ This group was created for people who want to recover from eating disorders. This group facilitates emotional healing; we allow freedom to talk openly about your eating disorder, share painful experiences and related emotive issues - in a safe and non judgemental setting. Please do not discuss weights, calories, diets or food plans. These areas are triggering to other members and can also hinder Your recovery. Consideration must be taken regarding confidentiality and also for everyone's safety and well being. Please respect other members experiences and their personal choice to share in their own time. You may use this unique group to assist your healing. Several self-help tools have been provided to help you. All members are here for their own recovery. Please do not rely on other members for therapy intervention. We are unable to provide one-to-one therapy intervention within the group. This group is successful because of the level of sharing that takes place between members. You will find lots of support and encouragement to assist your recovery process. The level of caring here is genuine. Other Group Guidelines For concerns about medication or physical symptoms - Please consult your Doctor. We are unable to provide such information or give medical diagnosis within this group. If you need to access one-to-one therapy, even on a temporary basis, this is strongly encouraged. This group is open 24/7 for the 'additional' support that you might be needing to assist your recovery. If you are feeling suicidal, we ask that you seek help from your doctor or call the hospital directly if things get too bad. Medical services are there to help you. This group is here for everyone who wants to recover - even when things get bad. All we ask that you actively engage in trying to help yourself. Feel free to make full use of this group and the message boards to assist your healing process ~0~ On behalf of the Management Apologies in advance - The Management will not enter into email correspondence; with regards to helping or advising you with eating disorders or related issues. This is your group - we want it to remain your safehaven. Enjoy the group for all it offers. Group Manager Pauline Maria Assistant Managers Fiona Katherine Kat ~0~ Founded in April 2003 by Pauline Maria - Experienced facilitator for eating disorder recovery. UK Qualified Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist & Holistic Health Therapist. The self help tools are safe to apply here and by yourself in your own time. These tools combined with psychotherapy and ongoing caring support have made recovery possible for individuals who sought my help. Copyright (c) 2005 No part of these message boards whatsoever, can be copied or reprinted outside this group by anyone other than the original author and Pauline Maria. With examples used to demonstrate healing advice, all identifying details, including nickname will be protected. 
Since Sept 2004
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