Though eating disorders are often portrayed as illnesses that affect females, they can and do affect anyone irrespective of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, or ethnicity. We are here to support any and all students who may be struggling.
If you are struggling with eating issues we encourage you to seek help and support. Our Student Counselling and Mental Health Advice Service offer a non-judgemental space for students to speak about any concerns with their eating and weight. You may also wish to explore some of the services and resources listed below:
Supportive Resources
Further support
A self help guide for eating disorders that will help you recognise an eating disorder, understand it better, and think about what steps you may like to take to make some changes or seek help.
Urgent Care
If you need urgent help please contact your doctor, or Imperial College Health Centre on 020 7584 6301.
You can also ask to see someone at the Accident and Emergency department of your nearest hospital. Information about your local A&E services can be found here - Find your nearest A&E - NHS (www.nhs.uk) Call 999 if you need help straight away
Other urgent out of hours mental health support
Samaritans - for people experience high levels of distress including suicidal feelings. Call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org, this service is 24 hours.
Shout crisis text service - offers a 24 hour text service, free on all major mobile networks, for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. Text 'SHOUT' to 85258.