Eating Disorders Coalition

The Eating Disorders Coalition (EDC) is a non-profit organization that advocates for policy and legislative changes to improve access to treatment and research for those affected by eating disorders. The EDC is based in Washington, D.C., and works with lawmakers, healthcare providers, and individuals to promote awareness and understanding of eating disorders.

Pronunciation

Eating Disorders Coalition: /ˈiːtɪŋ dɪsˈɔːrdərz koʊˈælɪʃən/

Etymology

The term "Eating Disorders Coalition" is derived from the organization's focus on eating disorders, a range of psychological conditions characterized by abnormal or disturbed eating habits, and "coalition", a term used to describe a group formed when two or more people, factions, states, political parties, militaries etc. agree to work together temporarily in a partnership to achieve a common goal.

Related Terms

Anorexia nervosa: An eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to self-imposed starvation and excessive weight loss.
Bulimia nervosa: An eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors, such as vomiting, fasting, or over-exercising.
Binge eating disorder: An eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food, often very quickly and to the point of discomfort.
Body dysmorphic disorder: A mental disorder characterized by the obsessive idea that some aspect of one's own body part or appearance is severely flawed and warrants exceptional measures to hide or fix it.
Mental health: A person’s condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being.
Healthcare policy: Refers to the decisions, plans, and actions that are undertaken to achieve specific healthcare goals within a society.

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Eating Disorders Coalition