Profiles

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Anna

Anna has had difficulties with food since she was about 9. She has gone through stages of restricting, binging and purging and then overeating. It has been an isolating experience and made her feel vulnerable around food.

  • Background

    Anna is 25. She is a sculptor and a student. She has just moved back to live with her parents to save money whilst studying. White British.

  • Age at interview 25
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Roberto

    During his studies in the United States, Roberto became obsessed with exercise and eating. He had a few counselling sessions but mainly through his own commitment he is now overcoming the issues and is determined to be back to the person he used to be.

  • Background

    Roberto is an exchange student from South America. He is 20 and lives in halls of residence.

  • Age at interview 20
  • Sex/Gender Male
  • Georgia

    Georgia has experienced overeating and bulimia since High School. She has been seen both at child and adult mental health services but feels she would've most benefitted from a service targeted at adolescents. Georgia attends a B-eat support group and blogs daily.

  • Background

    Georgia is 18 and studies at University. She is single and lives in halls of residence. White British.

  • Age at interview 18
  • Sex/Gender Female