Official Twitter account of the UNC Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders.
Joined October 2012
- Tweets1K
- Following262
- Followers2.8K
- Likes147
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
Today's #ARFID truth: Food restriction associated isn't motivated by weight & shape concerns. People with ARFID typically restrict because of disinterest in food, sensory aversions, or fear of GI problems like choking or stomach pain. #EDAW #edawareness #pickyeating
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
#ARFID (aka #pickyeating or #selectiveeating) is a lesser-know #eatingdisorder & #feedingdisorder. It affects all ages & involves restricting amount and/or type of food.
This #EDAW we're posting info and answering common questions about ARFID and picky eating.
Follow for more.
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
To dispel myths & misconceptions about #ARFID, we're sharing one ARFID truth each day until Friday. Today's truth: ARFID has serious consequences, which can be physical and/or psychosocial. #EDAW2023 #EDAW #edawareness #NEDAWeek #NEDAW #pickyeating #sensoryissues
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
🧵(1/10) Global researchers unite to ensure representation of diverse populations in human genetic studies. Read on! #tweetorial
📖 bit.ly/3usATLm
@PGCgenetics @EDGIstudy @InsideOutInst @otago @uncceed @NeuropsychGen @ISPGnet @cbulik @UNC @ualbany (1/10)
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
Interdisciplinary consortium grant xitter.cf/jmgvostpt/status/13572…
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
70% of women say they eat more before their period. We are recruiting for studies looking at how hormones change certain eating behaviors. Visit orchedstudy.org to learn more!
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
I am conducting studies looking at how hormones might lead to overeating. Visit orchedstudy.org to learn more!
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
Join us this Friday at 3pm EST to hear Olympic high jumper Priscilla Frederick-Loomis speak with @cbulik about her career, #bodyshaming, and her resilient journey to #selflove & acceptance. Tune in on FB Live: fb.me/e/RLLrH5xB
.
#eatingdisorders #haes #bodyposi #resilience
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
Dr. @jessicabakerphd is currently defining biological and genetic markers of eating disorder risk and recovery and how these markers may interact with psychological factors, such as anxiety
@uncceed #UNCResearchWeek #MentalHealthResearch #EatingDisorders
med.unc.edu/psych/directory/…
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
UNC researchers are looking for at least 6,000 participants for the world's largest eating disorder genetics study. The groundbreaking effort aims to identify the hundreds of genes, improve treatment and ultimately save lives. #anorexia #bulimia #UNC
spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/cha…
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
The Eating Disorders Genetics Initiative is seeking those who might be interested in sharing their story about living with an eating disorder. As part of the media outreach, they want to share the effects eating disorders have on lives.
Learn more here ow.ly/rB6850BolZO
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
Did you know? Full recovery from an eating disorder is possible.
Help advance the science of eating disorders and join our volunteer research registry today!
med.unc.edu/psych/eatingdiso…
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
Ever had an eating disorder? Join the Eating Disorders Genetics Initiative (EDGI) research study. All it takes is online questionnaires & a saliva sample. edgi.org
& if in New Zealand edgi.nz or Australia edgi.org.au
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
Important, elevated mortality in males with eating disorders too. "Being male, and having AN, increased the risk of premature death." link.springer.com/article/10… via @aedweb
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
People experiencing binge eating may be eligible for a research study. To find out if you are eligible, complete our eligibility questionnaire from the comfort of home! Study participants can receive up to $900 at the end of study. Visit orchedstudy.org to learn more
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
You're invited to our free webinar! Best-selling author @bcuban will be speaking with @cbulik about #eatingdisorders in men & the associated #stigma. Join us this Thursday at 1pm via Facebook Live: facebook.com/edgistudy
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
We know living with an #eatingdisorder is difficult, which is why the EDGI research study team is working to understand the causes of these illnesses. For a brighter future with better treatments. Visit edgi.org to find out how you can participate. #ICED2020
UNC Eating Disorders retweeted
Do you have a question about #eatingdisorders and #mentalhealth in #athletes? If so, email us at [email protected] by Wednesday so our speakers @RachaelFlatt & @cbulik can address it in this week's EDGI Talk. Be sure to join us via Facebook Live this Thursday, 7/2, at 1pm.
