Jake Ferguson, a 26-year-old non-binary individual from Northern Ireland, shares their decade-long struggle with disordered eating, highlighting their experience with restricting and comfort eating, the influence of university life, and the pivotal role of the Connect eating disorder service in their recovery.
A former University of Leeds student has opened up about their 'slippery slope' 10-year eating disorder
Jake’s problems escalated when they came to study at university. Jake said: “I think food became a coping mechanism. It was the first time I'd had an unlimited supply. I was suddenly the one who had to decide what I ate every single day rather than my parents making decisions. Jake said: “I loved the staff at Connect. They were so supportive, kind and compassionate. They never judged me. I was encouraged to go at my own pace and challenge the behaviours that were causing my problems.”
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