Received this hotline number and googled it and this is where it came up as:
National Eating Disorders Association
http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
Get Help Today
http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/get-help-today/
If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, we are here to help. Call our toll free, confidential Helpline Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Pacific Standard Time:
1-800-931-2237 or click here. Our helpline volunteers will be there to offer support and guidance with compassion and understanding.
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I copied and pasted this. Just wanted to pass this on to everyone. I was scared to call, but emailed them so they were able to contact me back with this information below (copied and pasted this, too):
~Olivia
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Hi Olivia,
Thank you for contacting the National Eating Disorders Association and sharing your story with us. The phone number that your friend gave you is for our information and referral helpline here at NEDA. The helpline staff is more than happy to talk to you about your experience with your eating disorder and provide you with the appropriate information about everything from general information and health consequences of eating disorders to treatment options and insurance issues. It is completely understandable to feel trepidation about calling the helpline, as it is sometimes difficult to voice your concern to others. However, the helpline is a confidential and supportive place where callers can express their concerns and ultimately begin their steps toward recovery. The helpline is open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm PT Monday- Friday. If you contact us and we are not available to take your call, please leave us a message and will get back to you as soon as possible. You can also correspond with us over email and we will do our best to provide you with whatever you need.
It’s great that you have such a caring group of friends to support you, especially since you have been dealing with your eating disorder for some time now. Seeking professional help for your eating disorder is important, and finding the best treatment for you is essential. There is a treatment referral search on our website at http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/get-help-today/, or you can call us and we will go through the process of finding treatment with you. We are here to help, so we are happy to take you call!
Best wishes,
NEDA Staff
National Eating Disorders Association
TEL: 206.382.3587 x20
FAX: 206.829.8501
603 Stewart Street, Suite 803, Seattle, WA 98101
WWW.nationaleatingdisorders.org
Information & Referral Helpline: 800-931-2237
NEDA’s Helpline offers a safe place to ask questions, find support and receive free information and referrals. Live Helpline hours are available Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm Pacific time.
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