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In this powerful episode, we explore the complex and often misunderstood world of eating disorders, guided by a leading advocate known for her profound work in this field. Our guest shares invaluable insights and personal experiences that illuminate the challenges and nuances of living with and recovering from an eating disorder. We delve into the emotional, psychological, and societal factors that contribute to these conditions, offering a compassionate and comprehensive exploration of eating disorders.
Hope Virgo
Hope Virgo is an Author and a multi award winning international leading advocate for people with eating disorders. Through sharing her harrowing but inspiring story, Hope helps young people and employers (including schools, hospitals, the Government and businesses) to deal with the rising tide of mental health issues which affect one in four people and costs employers between £33 and £42 billion annually. She has been described by Icon and Sports Presenter, Jeff Stelling, as 'the indefatigable Hope Virgo'.
Hope is also a recognised media spokesperson, having appeared on various platforms including BBC Newsnight, The Lorraine Show Victoria Derbyshire, Good Morning Britain, Sky News and BBC News.
Hope is the founder of the #DumpTheScales campaign which put eating disorders on the Government's agenda. The campaign has gone from strength to strength making change happen on a national scale. She has been invited to Number 10 Downing Street to meet with The Prime Minister's Political Advisors multiple times and hosted in 2023 the first ever eating disorder march in the UK. Hope continues to campaign for better access to treatment and adequate funding for eating disorders because no one with an eating disorder is untreatable.
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