Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation

The Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation at Karolinska Institute is funded and led by @cbulik with support from the Swedish Research Council.

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

We have published results from PACE, a project about subjective experiences of anorexia in patients with high or low genetic risk of the disorder. The study examines how genes and environment interact to create the clinical complexity of the disorder.

https://t.co/0JXCLSPiqK

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

Many individuals with eating disorders can feel alone with their problems, especially during the summer. If you or someone you know needs help, you can get in touch with Frisk & Fri (Riksföreningen mot ätstörningar).

https://t.co/Jx1ADepmMT

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

If you're 18–45 years old and find that maintaining a low weight and restrictive eating take up much of your attention, you can join the study and receive a gift card (800 SEK). Learn more via the link!

https://t.co/G2Ogs5U4sk

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

Resources are a prerequisite for good eating disorders research. On the 22nd January, Lisa Dinkler and David Clinton took part in a fundraising event at KI to raise money eating disorder research.

https://t.co/vWZxg3cG4y

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

On September 2nd we start our 28th course on Background and Treatment of Eating Disorders (7.5 credits). Click on the link to learn more.

https://t.co/0cJ7tae4uT

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

CEDI now goes into a period of change. Some of our projects are finishing, while others continue or start. Some colleagues have unfortunately left, while others continue with research and teaching. Continue to watch this space for new insights in the field of eating disorders.

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

On the 10th of January Sofie Martine Rasmussen from Aalborg University defended her PhD thesis on Eating Disorders and Gender Identity. The work sheds important topic that has received little attention.

https://t.co/1Up0azEpR5

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

Check out this podcast about disordered eating during pregnancy. If you’ve gone through something similar, remember you’re not alone, and reaching out for help is important.

https://t.co/93jdFeuheu

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

We are now starting up recruitment for the EDGI study again and looking for people who have/have had anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder or avoidant/restrictive eating disorder (ARFID) or have never had an eating disorder.

https://t.co/nSHE2hZ86P

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

Meet Nimbus! Abandoned as a puppy and rescued by my daughter. Now she spreads joy to all wherever she goes. In these uncertain times we hope that you too, like Nimbus, can find and share joy during the holiday season. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

https://t.co/ixyApHa8ue

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

Lisa and Liv from CEDI attended EDRS in Spain. They connected with other researchers, with Lisa presenting on diagnostic crossover from ARFID and Liv discussing co-occurring conditions. Click the link below to read more about the study Liv presented!

https://t.co/xzJM1WVr9B

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

Exercise can be linked to eating disorders but often goes unnoticed, it may be mistaken for a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise is beneficial, it becomes harmful when driven by compulsion. Check out Anna Ehn’s book, "Om jag inte tränar går jag under".

https://t.co/bdSkZir8Zx

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

The Nordic Eating Disorders Society (NEDS) held its conference in Copenhagen this year from 24-26 September. CEDI was there with a presentation about PACE and a workshop focusing on understanding the bodily experiences of eating disorders.

https://t.co/UXKsfhjN6b

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

We’re now recruiting children aged 6 to 14 for our research study, ARIES, focused on Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder! If you're a parent of a child in this age group, click the link below to learn more and find out how you can participate.

https://t.co/zlieBGdhMP

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

We recommend this podcast by Anna Ehn featuring Camilla Gervide for insights on social media’s impact on body image. Listen wherever podcasts are available or click the link in our bio.

https://t.co/8yGiuokTA0

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

What does it mean to have an eating disorder? Follow the link in our bio to hear four voices sharing their experiences of living with an eating disorder. This is the first part of our series of short films, 'Voices on Eating Disorders.'

https://t.co/QzLIiAwXHK

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

This autumn, our team will attend the EDRS and NEDS conferences, presenting our research through posters, oral sessions, and courses. Stay tuned for updates!

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

Curious about film portrayals of eating disorders? This blog post explores how movies and TV often rely on stereotypes and why it’s an issue. Click the link in our bio to read more!

https://t.co/c6nqtUf2xb

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

Our dear colleague Stina is leaving us at CEDI. We want to say thanks for all the help you’ve given us over the years and wish you good luck as you go forward with your career!

[Centre for Eating Disorders Innovation @CEDI_KI]

“Maze Out” is a computer game developed and studied by Maria Mercedes Guala in collaboration with ED patients and their therapists. The game allows patients to “play” with the reality of an ED and reflect on the challenges of getting out of the ED maze. 

https://t.co/cr7aKZBoYp