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In an article about the soaring numbers of children being treated for an eating disorder, The Times highlighted the waiting times some children are having to wait to receive treatment. In response to the article, members of the BDA's Mental Health Specialist Group wrote to the Editor of The Times to highlight the troubles faced across all eating disorder services. 

Polly Neve looks at the difference between choice and compulsion in the pursuit of healthy eating.

Using an anonymised case study, Dr Stephanie Fade explains how dietitians can contribute to the care of people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Registered Dietitian Fareeha Jay discusses how fasting during Ramadan can affect those with eating disorders.

Rosan Meyer and Luise Marino introduce the topic of avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID).

Parissa Dunkinson, BDA Mental Health Group Professional Development Officer for Eating Disorders introduces Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2021 and encourages dietitians to get involved.