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Talk to someone now. Call our National Helpline on 1800 33 4673. You can also chat online or email

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Support for eating disorders and body image issues

We believe everyone’s experience of an eating disorder or body image issue is unique and access to effective services is essential.

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Over 1 million Australians are living with an eating disorder. Less than a quarter of those receive treatment or support.

HOW WE HELP ADVOCACY CAMPAIGNS

Recovery from an eating disorder is possible

Recovery from an eating disorder is possible

Recovery from an eating disorder is a deeply personal journey and looks and feels different for everyone.

Are you concerned about someone you know?

Are you concerned about someone you know?

No matter who you suspect may be suffering, it’s normal to feel worried and uncertain with how to talk about it.

Myths about eating disorders

Myths about eating disorders

Eating Disorders are misunderstood and grossly under-estimated. A lack of understanding and stigma associated with mental health effect community responses to eating disorders.

Can body image issues be serious?

Can body image issues be serious?

It’s normal to have moments where you may feel dissatisfied, unhappy or uncomfortable in your own body. But if you find these feelings increasing or intensifying, a more serious issue may be developing.

Programs addressing the risk factors for young people

Programs addressing the risk factors for young people

Our goal is to raise awareness, empower individuals and communities, reduce stigma and most importantly encourage people to seek support.

Treatment & Support Services

Treatment & Support Services

Butterfly is here for any Australian impacted by an eating disorder or a body image issue - whether you need support for yourself or someone you care about.

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Butterfly and Instagram combat body image pressures within the LGBTQIA+ community to promote Body Pride

In recognition that the LGBTQIA+ community is disproportionately impacted by eating disorders and body image concerns, Butterfly Foundation has partnered with Instagram to launch Body Pride (#BodyPrideOnline), a campaign specifically designed to address and challenge negative conversations around body ideals and appearance that can spike in the lead up to and during LGBTQIA+ events, particularly Mardi Gras.

New primary school program proven to support positive body image in pupils

A pilot evaluation of Butterfly Body Bright, whole of primary school body image program, shows statistically significant improvements after just one lesson.
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Federal MPs Unite to Establish Parliamentary Friends Group for Eating Disorder Awareness

Critical need for more services to support people with eating disorders

“EveryBODY Welcome”: National eating disorder organisations unite to better support LGBTQIA+ community

Butterfly welcomes announcement of $7.5 million investment to establish independent national mental health lived experience peak bodies

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Butterfly acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of the land on which we work as the first people of this country.

We commit to embracing diversity and eliminating discrimination in health care. We welcome all help-seekers and strive to create a safe place for all people, irrespective of their size, shape, age, abilities, gender, sexuality, cultural background, language, economic status, profession or location.

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