A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO DECLARE FEBRUARY 26 THROUGH MARCH 4, 2018, AS “EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS WEEK” IN THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA TO COINCIDE WITH NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS WEEK AND TO DECLARE THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 2018, AS “EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS IN SOUTH CAROLINA. DAY” Whereas, the 2018 theme of National Eating Disorders Week is the conversation “Let’s Get Real,” and will focus on expanding around eating disorders to include the diverse perspectives of the millions of people affected. Eating disorders are shrouded in stigma, secrecy, and stereotypes. The goal of this year’s campaign is to shine a light on these deadly illnesses, dispel misinformation, and connect people with the support they need to recover. Additionally, it will encourage people to share their stories and experiences with disordered eating and body image struggles, highlight the importance of screenings for early detection and intervention of eating disorders, and present eating disorders as a public health issue that affects all kinds of people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, size, or background; and Whereas, an estimated four thousand adolescents in South Carolina struggle with an eating disorder, and the South Carolina Eating Disorders Association (SCEDA) provides critical support for families and friends, raises community awareness, offers educational programs, and promotes quality care and early intervention; and Whereas, eating disorders are serious conditions that are potentially lifethreatening and have a great impact on both a person’s physical and emotional health. Too often, signs and symptoms are overlooked. Many individuals, families, and communities are
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO DECLARE FEBRUARY 26 THROUGH MARCH 4, 2018, AS “EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS WEEK” IN THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA TO COINCIDE WITH NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS WEEK AND TO DECLARE THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 2018, AS “EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS DAY” IN SOUTH CAROLINA. Whereas, the 2018 theme of National Eating Disorders Week is “Let’s Get Real,” and will focus on expanding the conversation around eating disorders to include the diverse perspectives of the millions of people affected. Eating disorders are shrouded in stigma, secrecy, and stereotypes. The goal of this year’s campaign is to shine a light on these deadly illnesses, dispel misinformation, and connect people with the support they need to recover. Additionally, it will encourage people to share their stories and experiences with disordered eating and body image struggles, highlight the importance of screenings for early detection and intervention of eating disorders, and present eating disorders as a public health issue that affects all kinds of people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, size, or background; and Whereas, an estimated four thousand adolescents in South Carolina struggle with an eating disorder, and the South Carolina Eating Disorders Association (SCEDA) provides critical support for families and friends, raises community awareness, offers educational programs, and promotes quality care and early intervention; and Whereas, eating disorders are serious conditions that are potentially lifethreatening and have a great impact on both a person’s physical and emotional health. Too often, signs and symptoms are overlooked. Many individuals, families, and communities are
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