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COVID-19 pandemic restrictions have forced both northerners and British Columbians into isolation and increased screen time, contributing to feelings of fear, anxiety, and uncertainty.
An eating disorder prevention group, based out of Vancouver, says people with eating disorders and disordered eating are now particularly vulnerable because these two factors are known to exacerbate unhealthy coping behaviors.
“Eating disorders (EDs) revolve around a preoccupation with food, body image, weight, and appearance and have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness. EDs affect over 1 million Canadians and approximately 135,000 British Columbians,” said Joanna Zelichowska, manager of Jessie’s Legacy.