
Join us to discover the environmental and genetic risk factors to #eatingdisorders. Led by @psychgenomics, Prof Janet Treasure, @NIHRBioResource and @beatED
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ALT EDGI Under-16 Recruitment Leaflet, page 1. Teal and orange NIHR BioResource poster reading '[email protected] — Do you have concerns about your child's eating habits?' Text explains that eating disorders like Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID and Anorexia Nervosa can affect people of all ages, and invites children to join research into genetic and environmental risk factors. A photo shows a man and three children sharing food at a table. Eligibility criteria listed: parental consent, UK resident, aged 8 or above, and has ever experienced an eating disorder (no clinical diagnosis required). Beat and EDGI (Eating Disorders Genetics Initiative) logos shown.

ALT EDGI Under-16 Recruitment Leaflet, page 2. Heading: 'What is the Eating Disorders Genetics Initiative (EDGI) UK?' Explains the study aims to understand genetic and environmental risk factors for eating disorders. A four-step 'How to join EDGI UK' grid: Register (email [email protected]), Consent (parental consent and child's assent), Online Questionnaire (about 30 minutes, covering health, lifestyle and eating behaviours), and Send a saliva sample (by freepost or a blood sample in clinic). Contact details: [email protected], 0800 917 6016, @edgi_uk on social media, part of NIHR BioResource.

ALT “Differences in people’s DNA have previously been linked to PTSD, but research on this topic has rarely considered how different types of traumatic experiences might affect these genetic links. We found that the broad effect of the genome on PTSD does indeed differ across different experiences, and that this is also sometimes true when we look at the effects of specific genes.”

ALT Graphic with a teal background and dark purple text. Near the top, text indented left reads 'Two steps forward and one step back' and then underneath, indented right reads 'is still one step forward'. Between these two pieces of text is three sets of white boot prints, that appear to be walking between the text.

ALT Graphic with a purple background with slightly darker repeating doodles across it, including a pencil, a musical note, a house, smiling sun, waving stick figure girl, incomplete tic-tac-toe, mountains and a basketball. White text over the top reads 'It's the start of' and then in larger capitalised letters 'Children's Mental Health Week'. Below the smaller text continues, reading 'and so we wanted to help you to support a child in your life who may have an eating disorder - as a parent, family member, or teacher...'

ALT Graphic with a purple background, and slightly lighter doodles around the borders. These doodles are the same as those on the first slide, including a pencil, musical note, and smiling sunshine. Capitalised white text reads 'Eating disorders are not all about weight change'. Smaller, regular text underneath reads 'Weight change will probably not be the first symptom you notice - and some people may not experience weight change at all. Behavioural changes are usually easier to spot and may include:' Text in bullet-points read 'Social isolation, avoiding eating around others, difficulty concentrating, perfectionism, low confidence or self-esteem, irritability, anxiety, obsessive or rigid behaviour'.

ALT Graphic with purple background, and the same slightly darker, childish doodles is around the borders. Capitalised white text reads 'Recovery from an eating disorder is possible'. Smaller, regular text underneath reads 'As a loved one, your child’s eating disorder can feel overwhelming and you might be unsure on how to navigate it together. This is why we’ve created our FREE eLearning space, POD.' Text continues in bullet points reads 'Join our online community where you can connect with others who are supporting someone with an eating disorder. Access our online modules and resources that can help you support your child effectively. Ask questions to our expert clinicians in online drop-in sessions.'

ALT Graphic with purple background, and the same slightly darker, childish doodles is around the borders. Capitalised white text reads 'Eating disorders are serious'. Smaller, regular text reads 'Educating yourself on eating disorders is an vital way to identify when a pupil may be struggling. You can learn more about eating disorders through our specialised eLearning space, SPOT'. Text then continues in bullet-points, reading 'Increase understanding of eating disorders, including how to spot the early signs in school age children. Access downloadable resources, such as lesson plans. Ask questions to our expert clinicians in our monthly online drop-in sessions.'
























































