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Our expert by experience - Bryony - shares why she took part in co-production with the Scotland Lived Experience Panel and what

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We caught up with Tom from the Eating Disorders Clinical Research Network about how they worked with us on co-production for the

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Our expert by experience - Elena - shares why she took part in co-production for the Empowering Recovery research project and wh

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Expert by experience Esther shares her experience on the Empowering Recovery project and what co-production means for her.

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We caught up with EDIFY Research Assistant Tamsin about why co-production is important in the work that they do.

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Running the 2025 London Marathon for Beat has given me a completely new way to look at my running.

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In 2017, Megan Davison (27) died by suicide following a battle with T1DE. Her parents, Lesley and Neal, share her story.

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Recovery isn’t just about restoring weight—it’s about rediscovering who I am without this disorder, disguised as my best friend.

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Giving you the opportunity to share your experiences of eating disorders and pregnancy or postpartum.

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Conversations made me reflect on my own experience and how remote work has been incredibly beneficial for my mental health.

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Seeing the dress come together – and sharing the process – was surreal. It felt like a full-circle moment.

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I am sharing my story in the hope that others may find it relatable or helpful to their own recovery journeys.

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