A gentle, illustrated interactive book for young people experiencing eating disorders, with dedicated guidance for parents and carers. Includes 36 supportive chapters, reflections, a journal and practical tools to help young people feel understood, find their voice and access support.
Welcome to Eating Disorder Help for Under-18s, an educational interactive book for young people, parents, carers and trusted adults.
Please read this information:
This book discusses eating disorders, food difficulties, body image, emotional distress, physical health and recovery. Some topics may be upsetting.
It cannot diagnose or replace medical assessment, nutritional care or psychological treatment.
You can skip reflections, stop reading or take breaks whenever you need to.
Young people are encouraged to speak with a trusted adult or healthcare professional.
Professionals may need to share information for serious safety or safeguarding concerns.
Anything saved stays in this browser on this device, but other users of the device may be able to read it. Nothing is sent automatically to Space to Breathe Therapy.
Need help now?
For immediate danger or a medical emergency, call 999 in the UK. For other urgent medical concerns, seek urgent GP advice or contact NHS 111.
For eating-disorder support, visit Beat. Children and young people under 19 can contact Childline on 0800 1111.
An Illustrated Interactive Support Book
Eating Disorder Help for Under-18s
Understanding eating difficulties, finding your voice and taking the next step towards support.
Choose Your Reading Route
My Personal Support Space
Support Tools
All questions are optional. Saved information remains in this browser on this device, rather than being sent to anyone.
This tool creates a message that you can choose to share with someone you trust.
Your letter will appear here.
Use these notes to help explain your concerns at an appointment.
Questions you could ask:
Could I need an eating-disorder assessment?
What physical health checks are appropriate?
Can I be referred to specialist support?
What happens while I wait?
What information can be kept confidential?
Who should I contact if my health gets worse?
You do not have to manage eating difficulties alone. Asking for support is a meaningful step.
