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Why are there a lack of Eating Disorder beds in Ireland?

This week The Journal revealed that Ireland has only 3 hospital beds for adults with eating disor...

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17.08 25 Apr 2024


Why are there a lack of Eating Disorder beds in Ireland?


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This week The Journal revealed that Ireland has only 3 hospital beds for adults with eating disorders. Why is this the case, and how does this affect people with eating disorders currently?

Joining Kieran to give her experience is Lauren in Dublin, who suffers from an eating disorder and has been through HSE services. Also joining Kieran to discuss why this might be happening is Dr Art Malone, Co-Chair of the Eating Disorder Special Interest Group in the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland, and Consultant Psychiatrist with the HSE and Harriet Parsons, Psychotherapist and training & development manager at Bodywhys.ie.


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