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News

Media Release – Bodywhys launches new school wellbeing programme in response to rising body image and eating disorder concerns in Irish schools

Media Release - Bodywhys launches new school wellbeing programme in response to rising body image and eating disorder concerns...

October 16, 2025
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Appointment of New Bodywhys CEO

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Harriet Parsons as the new CEO of Bodywhys, succeeding Jacinta Hastings,...

August 20, 2025
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Career Opportunity: Communications Officer (Full-time) *Now closed*

We are currently recruiting for the role of Communications Officer on a full-time basis. About this role  Supporting the...

July 14, 2025
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Events

Official Launch of Bodywhys New Secondary Schools Programme, ‘Inside Out’.

We are thrilled to announce the official launch of our new secondary school programme ‘Inside Out.’ Developed in collaboration...

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Upcoming PiLaR programme: November 2025

Our next PiLaR programme for family members and friends begins on: Thursday, November 6th from 7-9pm online via Zoom...

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Upcoming New Maudsley Carer Skills Workshop (4th & 5th October 2025)

We are pleased to share details of an upcoming New Maudsley Skills Workshop with Jenny Langley and Gill Todd...

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Our Mission

Our mission is to ensure support, awareness and understanding of eating disorder amongst the wide community as well as advocating for the right and healthcare need of people affected by eating disorder.

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Student Support Group
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September 29, 2025    
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Binge Eating Virtual Support Group
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September 29, 2025    
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New Maudsley Carer Skills Group
30 Sep
September 30, 2025    
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An 8 workshop series for carers, introducing carers to the New Maudsley Carer Skills. Places are limited so booking is required with: pilar@bodywhys.ie
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Student Online Support Group
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Binge Eating Disorder Virtual Support Group
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New Maudsley Carer Skills Group
14 Oct
October 14, 2025    
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An 8 workshop series for carers, introducing carers to the New Maudsley Carer Skills. Places are limited so booking is required with: pilar@bodywhys.ie
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Post-Pilar Support Group (Evening - Newcomers and regulars)
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New Maudsley Carer Skills Group
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October 28, 2025    
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An 8 workshop series for carers, introducing carers to the New Maudsley Carer Skills. Places are limited so booking is required with: pilar@bodywhys.ie
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Common Myths

You have to be thin to have an eating disorder
It's just a silly diet
It's a teenage phase

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