FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

The UK evidence based All Ages, backgrounds and genders Eating Disorders charity supporting individuals 5 years plus and parents/carers firststepsed.co.uk United Kingdom Joined October 2015

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

17 hours ago

Sometimes harmful content doesn’t announce itself. It might be a trend that seems harmless at first. That’s the heart of #ScrollSafe: recognising what can harm us, and giving ourselves permission and the awareness to choose differently. firststepsed.co.uk/scrollsafe/ #OnlineSafetyAct

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

3 days ago

At damaging myth around eating disorders is the idea that purging “cancels out” calories. 💙If you or someone you care about needs support, please make a referral at firststepsed.co.uk/make-a-referra… 🔗Find out more about Scroll Safe firststepsed.co.uk/scrollsafe/ #ScrollSafe #EatingDisorder

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4 days ago

🎉You are invited to First Steps ED's AGM🎉 Save the date! Tuesday 30th September 6:00 pm Sign up today eventbrite.co.uk/e/first-steps-… #AGM #EatingDisorderCharity

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

5 days ago

Protecting your wellbeing can be as simple as pausing before you keep scrolling, switching to something offline, or setting boundaries around when you use social media. These are small but powerful ways of reclaiming space for yourself. Find out more at firststepsed.co.uk/scrollsafe.

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

6 days ago

Online spaces are filled with quick takes and sweeping statements about mental health and eating disorders. These don’t capture the complexity of real experiences and they can make it harder for people to recognise when they might need support. firststepsed.co.uk/scrollsafe/ #ScrollSafe

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

a week ago

By completing our short, anonymous survey, you will be helping us identify platforms and content that may be triggering, improve the education and support available for users online, and strengthen our advocacy for safer, more supportive digital spaces > tinyurl.com/Scroll-Safe

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

a week ago

Conversations matter more than perfect knowledge. Asking questions like “what have you seen today?” or “what do you think about that trend?” gives children space to open up. To learn more and get free resources, visit firststepsed.co.uk/scrollsafe/ #ScrollSafe #OnlineSafetyAct

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

a week ago

If you come away from your feed feeling anxious, pressured, or less confident, that’s often a sign the content is harmful, no matter how it’s packaged. Find out more information at firststepsed.co.uk/scrollsafe/ #ScrollSafe #EatingDisorders #MentalHealth

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

2 weeks ago

If you need support or guidance around body image, your relationship with food, or an eating difficulty or disorder, don’t rely on your feed. Reach out to your GP, or make a referral at firststepsed.co.uk #Charity #EatingDisorder #ScrollSafe

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

2 weeks ago

Support our Early Day Motion on Online Harms and Eating Disorders 🖊️ Write to your MP and ask them to back this EDM 📢 Raise awareness by sharing this post 🔗 edm.parliament.uk/early-day-moti… Find out more information at firststepsed.co.uk/early-day-moti… #ScrollSafe

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

2 weeks ago

We’re partnering with Univa to pilot a digital early intervention tool for GPs in Hertfordshire, giving young people quicker access to eating disorder support through app-based or blended care. A step towards reducing long waits in primary care. tinyurl.com/5yd76eyj

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

3 weeks ago

We’re proud to support the Early Day Motion on Online Harms and Eating Disorders. It’s a call to protect people from harmful content online. 📨 Ask your MP to back it 🔗 edm.parliament.uk/early-day-moti… More info: firststepsed.co.uk/scrollsafe #ScrollSafe #EDAwareness

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

3 weeks ago

As part of our Scroll Safe campaign, we’re asking... Can you tell the difference? The more aware we are of what we’re consuming, the easier it becomes to protect our wellbeing. #ScrollSafe #OnlineSafetyAct #SocialMediaAwareness #MentalHealth #EatingDisorders #Charity

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4 weeks ago

Weight-loss injections are everywhere right now... In adverts, social media, and even casual conversations. But behind the hype, there are real risks, especially for those with a history of eating disorders. Read more about this and see our view at firststepsed.co.uk/blog/our-view-…

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

4 weeks ago

They did it! 💙✈️ A huge well done to Alyssa and Issey for completing their skydive in support of First Steps ED. It’s not too late to show your support. Every donation goes directly towards helping people of all ages affected by eating disorders. Visit justgiving.com/page/alyssa-fe…

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FirstStepsED @FirstStepsED

4 weeks ago

This post is part of our Scroll Safe campaign and is a reminder to stay mindful about where you get your information online. Misinformation is everywhere, and not everyone giving advice is qualified to do so.