With the holiday season fast approaching we often get carried away with the festivities. We get waylaid with finding the perfect gifts for our loved ones or decorating our homes to the point where we can’t find a spare plug socket.
When it comes to our body image and our differences, it may or may not come as a surprise to learn that similar concerns are present across all sexes and genders. It’s a misconception that eating disorders only occur in women. In fact, as many as one in three eating disorders develop in men – it is possible that this number is far higher due to many going undiagnosed...
Did you know May is National Walking Month? Walking is a simple yet effective way to boost both your mental and physical health. It's a low-impact exercise that can be done anywhere, at any time, without the need for special equipment or gym membership…
Earth Day gives us a chance to demonstrate support for environmental protection and to express our gratitude for nature. At Ldn Dares, we are grateful for the lessons we can take from nature to help us nurture a positive body image…
This April, the Stress Management Society has decided that the theme for Stress Awareness Month 2023 is Taking Action. We always advocate for an open dialogue about mental health; this month brings an opportunity to turn good intentions into…
The more insight we have about eating disorders, the more likely we are to be able to notice people at risk and know what steps to take should we be concerned.
There are lots of myths around eating disorders so to start out we’re going to dispel some of those misconceptions.
Try our true or false quiz…
