Busting Body Image and Eating Disorder Myths to be BodyKind

Despite progress being made over the past 10-15 years, stigma and misconceptions about eating disorders are still strongly held in our society.

Challenging common myths and misconceptions about eating disorders is a positive, empowering and safe way to strengthen mental health literacy and is a strategy that can reduce stigma and unhelpful beliefs.

Butterfly presenters engage with reflective questions and discussions and use the voice of lived experience, including their own to support knowledge and compassion surrounding these illnesses.

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Themes explored

In this session, young people will explore:

• Understanding the language around mental health and the role of stigma
• The continuum of body and eating attitudes and behaviours.
• Busting 5 common myths about eating disorders and help-seeking.
• Warning signs for when thinking, feelings and behaviours become problematic.
• Strategies to support mental health and body image, which includes self-compassion
• Supporting help-seeking for self and/or others

Modifiable risk factors addressed

• Low self-esteem
• Body dissatisfaction
• Restrictive dieting and excessive exercise

Protective factors supported

• Self-esteem and resilience
• Stigma reduction
• Self-compassion
• Attitudes to help-seeking

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