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Eating Disorders & Self-Care

Making Waves Of Change:
Combating Eating Disorders In The Military

SEA WAVES Included in Military OneSource for Eating Disorder Support

SEA WAVES, the pioneering nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing eating disorders within the military community, is proud to announce its inclusion in Military OneSource’s community resource finder. As the sole veteran service organization focusing on eating disorder support within the military, SEA WAVES is honored to expand its reach and impact.

Advocacy in Action: Calling for the Implementation of the SERVE Act in Military Healthcare

In this crucial document, bipartisan leaders and experts in the field of eating disorders unite to urge the Department of Defense to apply the SERVE Act, fundamentally changing how eating disorder treatments are covered for military personnel and their families. It highlights the disparity in current TRICARE policies and the need for inclusive treatment options for adults, emphasizing the heightened risks faced by military families. This piece is an insightful look into the intersection of military service, healthcare policy, and the ongoing struggle to recognize and treat eating disorders effectively in a high-stress environment.

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Tricare Isn't Covering a Treatment for Eating Disorders. Senators Want to Know Why.

A law enacted in late 2021 was intended to expand military health care coverage for eating disorders in the military. But it still hasn't been fully implemented despite an October 2022 deadline to do so, and senators are demanding to know why.

White House Declares Presidential Proclamation for Eating Disorders Awareness Week

Eating Disorders Awareness Week is a time to educate individuals on the serious nature of eating disorders. At least 28.8 million Americans will suffer from an eating disorder in their lifetime. This year’s theme, “It’s Time for Change,” is a message that now is the time for more: more equity, inclusion, access, outreach, early intervention, education, representation, and awareness.

University of Kansas Researcher Awarded $4.2 Million Grant from Department of Defense to Address Eating Disorders in Active-Duty Members of the Military

Studies show that eating disorders have increased in the military as much as 44% between 2013 and 2016, suggesting an urgent unmet military healthcare need,” said Kelsie Forbush, “However, most studies that have looked at the prevalence of eating disorders in the military only included a limited number of eating disorders. As a result, there is almost no information on some of the most common forms of eating disorders, such as ‘other specified feeding or eating disorders.’ Our study is important because not only will it result in improved eating-disorder screening tools, but it will also contribute to improved information on the full scope and impact of eating disorders in the military.”

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