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New self-help group for eating disorders starts on September 15th in Altenburg!
Eating disorders are serious illnesses. From September 15th, a self-help group in Altenburger Land will be offering support and exchange.
New self-help group for eating disorders starts on September 15th in Altenburg!
What do you do if your thoughts revolve around food and have a major impact on your life? The current situation for people with eating disorders is anything but easy. Maxi Ziegler from the district administration's self-help contact point draws attention to a new offer that is being launched in Altenburg. Those affected can now join a new self-help group, which will take place on Monday, September 15th, at 4 p.m. in the barrier-free rooms of Horizonte gGmbH, Carl-von-Ossietzky-Straße 19. abg-net.de informs that eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia and binge eating are serious mental illnesses that are often associated with high emotional stress, a disturbed body image and great suffering.
The treatment of these conditions should be approached holistically – medically, emotionally and socially. Self-help groups play a crucial role here by offering a safe space for exchange and support. Interested parties are invited to contact Maxi Ziegler on 03447 586 812 or by email at Selbsthilfe@altenburgerland.de for further information.
The power of community
Self-help groups are not only a valuable addition to therapy, but also offer the opportunity to reduce isolation and gain new perspectives. Soon there will also be digital formats that make access easier: online groups make it possible to participate from anywhere and exchange ideas with other affected people. Personal contact remains important, but the advantages of virtual meetings cannot be denied. bzga-essstoerungen.de emphasizes that such online offerings are more flexible and therefore enable more people to participate.
The digital self-help offers are regularly scheduled on fixed days and times and enable exchanges via video or telephone conferences. In times when many people struggle with long waiting times and limited treatment options, these digital offerings could provide valuable support. Technical barriers must be taken into account, but reputable providers are working to create user-friendly and data protection-compliant solutions.
Scientific confirmation of effectiveness
A study by the team led by Prof. Dr. shows how important this support is. Sven Barnow from the University of Heidelberg. The effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral online interventions was tested in two clinical studies. The results are promising: The participants in the intervention group reported a significant reduction in their symptoms compared to the control group. uni-heidelberg.de documented that these digital programs sustainably improved both self-esteem and the ability to deal with emotional problems.
Binge eating disorder in particular has been found to have positive effects on general well-being and symptoms of depression and anxiety. These results show that digital self-help programs can be not just a supplement, but an effective approach to providing valuable support in the treatment of eating disorders.
For people who suffer from eating disorders or know someone who is affected, the new offers in Altenburg are an important opportunity to get help and exchange ideas in a safe environment. Taking the step towards self-help could be the first step in a positive direction.