Bust a Myth Around Food: “Eating Disorders Are Just About Wanting to Be Thin”

An interactive myth-busting activity challenging misconceptions about eating disorders and body image. Explore 15 revealing fact cards, test your understanding through a knowledge challenge and reflect on what you discover. Encourages greater awareness, compassion and understanding of diverse eating disorder experiences.

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Bust a Myth Around Food

“Eating Disorders Are Just About Wanting to Be Thin”
The Myth
The Reality
Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions. They are not defined by someone's appearance, body size or whether they want to lose weight.
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Educational information. Seek appropriate professional assessment if you are concerned about an eating disorder.