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At ABBI Clinic, we know that it isn’t easy for family and friends to know how best to support the healing process. It can be emotionally and psychologically challenging to watch a loved one live with an eating disorder, and that’s why we’re here to support you as your child, family member, or friend seeks and receives eating disorder treatment. Explore our articles on eating disorders and find expert information to guide your loved one’s recovery journey.
When someone you care about is struggling with an eating disorder, it can feel heartbreaking and confusing. You want to help, but you might worry about saying the wrong thing or making it worse. The good news is this: your support really matters. Even small acts of kindness and understanding can help your friend feel […]
How Long Does Eating Disorder Recovery Take? “How long will this take?” is often the first question someone asks when they begin recovery. It is a fair, honest, and deeply human question. The truth is, eating disorder recovery does not follow a fixed timeline. No set number of weeks or months applies to everyone. What […]
From resolution to recovery, change does not happen overnight. Especially when eating disorders are involved, progress comes from small, consistent steps rather than dramatic promises. At ABBI Clinic, we support people across the UK to move away from pressure-filled resolutions and towards meaningful, sustainable recovery. Recovery is not about perfection. It is about progress, patience, […]
The New Year often arrives with a loud message: start again, do better, fix yourself. For someone living with an eating disorder, that message can feel overwhelming rather than motivating. While others talk about resolutions and fresh starts, January can quietly increase anxiety, guilt, and the urge to control food or weight. If you’re struggling, […]
Christmas is painted as the season of warmth, cheerful gatherings, full tables, and cosy moments spent with loved ones. But for many people living with an eating disorder, Christmas feels nothing like that. It can feel loud, crowded, food-obsessed and emotionally exhausting. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder at Christmas, you’re not failing or […]
Recovering from an eating disorder is one of the most personal journeys a person can take. No two paths look the same, and progress rarely follows a neat pattern. Some days feel lighter. Some feel heavy. And that’s why realistic, gentle, and well-structured recovery goals make such a difference. At ABBI Clinic, we work closely […]
Talking to your child about food and body image can feel like walking on eggshells. You want to protect them from pressure, judgment, and the noise they hear at school or see online. At the same time, you want to raise a child who feels confident in their body and safe around food. At ABBI […]
Meal support is one of the most powerful tools in eating-disorder recovery yet many people don’t realise how life-changing it can be. Eating disorders often turn food into fear, guilt, rules, and pressure. During recovery, eating may feel overwhelming or confusing, and facing meals alone becomes a battle you never asked for. At ABBI Clinic, […]
When your teen has an eating disorder, it can feel like your world has been turned upside down. Mealtimes become tense, communication feels fragile, and fear often overshadows hope. But you’re not alone; thousands of families across the UK face the same challenge every year. At ABBI Clinic, we help parents and young people navigate […]
Everyone feels stress and anxiety from time to time. A tough day, an argument, or a major life change can all trigger it. But when these emotions start to control how we eat, they can quickly lead to something deeper – disordered eating. At ABBI Clinic, we see how emotional struggles often link closely with […]
At ABBI Clinic, we specialise in providing the full spectrum of supportive care for our patients, and this includes working alongside caregivers to ensure treatment is as compassionate and inclusive as possible. We offer a regular carer group, which provides you with an invaluable support network as your loved one progresses through treatment. Some treatment plans may also involve family therapy sessions. This specialist method invites family members to be a part of constructive, healing discussions about an eating disorder, during which you can receive personalised guidance for supporting long-term recovery.
