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Eating and Body Image Concerns Network

The mission of the Eating and Body Image Concerns (EBIC) Committee is to promote healthy lifestyles in an environment where we are challenged by unrealistic expectations. EBIC?s goal is to help faculty, staff and students to question our cultures societal norms and unhealthy living. Our strategy is to promote awareness and provide education through events such as National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAW), grants to student organizations, and connecting faculty, staff and students with resources to encourage healthy living.

EBIC is an active group of students, faculty and staff -- we welcome your interest, concerns and involvement!

* Upcoming EBIC events include programming during National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, as well as networking with other health-focused initiatives on campus.

* To find out more about EBIC, please contact Dr. Eric Hall in Sports Medicine 336- 278-5880, or Carrie Ryan in Residence Life 336-278-7300.

* To consult with a professional about yourself or someone you know whom you think may have an eating disorder, contact the following:

o Elon Health Services 336-278-7230

o Elon Counseling Services 336-278-7280

* For on campus Nutritional Counseling. please contact Julie Dillon at 336-324-8321 to set up an appointment.

* For resources related to athletes, contact the athletic Department at 336-278-6800 or visit the following NCAA Web sites:

o NCAA Nutrition and Performance Web site

o NCAA Guidleline 2F Nutrition and Performance (PDF)

* For issues and resources relevant to Greek organizations, consult Greek Life at 336-278-7326.

Other Links

How to help a friend:
http://www.anred.com/hlp.html

National Eating Disorders Association
http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org

National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders
http://www.anad.org

National Women's Health Information Center
http://www.4woman.gov

Something Fishy
This site has a lot of information, including some specifically for men.
http://www.something-fishy.org/cultural/issuesformen.php

Overeaters Anonymous
http://www.overeatersanonymous.org