The National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC)
provides referrals, information and resources on eating
disorders and weight and shape preoccupation. We support
healthy lifestyles at any size and have a non-dieting
and client-centred philosophy. This means that we encourage
individuals to develop eating and exercise patterns
that support vibrant, energetic lives and place food
and physical appearance in proper perspective.
Our services:
- Information and support telephone line
- Nationwide listing of treatment services and resources
- Written information including the newsletter, Bulletin,
published 5 times annually
- Assistance in developing informational materials
- Lectures and workshops for schools, community groups
and professionals
- National coordination of Eating Disorder Awareness
Week (EDAW) February 6-12
- Prevention and awareness campaigns (including International
No Diet Day May 6)
- Promotional materials including posters, buttons,
t-shirts and postcards
- Consultation to other groups establishing eating
disorder programs and services
For further information, contact us by phone at (416)
340-4156 or visit our Web
site.
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