New glimmer: Self -help group for eating disorders in Altenburg!

In the Altenburger Land, something is happening: The establishment of a self -help group for people with eating disorders is in the starting blocks. Eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia and binge-eating are among the most common mental illnesses in the region. With the new offer, those affected should have the opportunity to exchange ideas, to find support and to develop new coping strategies. The new group is initiated by the self -help contact point of the Altenburger Land district administration and offers a valuable addition to therapeutic treatment. abg-info.de reports that the self-help group should help to promote self-vaccination and to counteract the isolation.

On September 15th at 4 p.m., the first meeting will take place in the meeting meeting of Horizonte gGmbH in Carl-von-Ossietzky-Straße 19 in Altenburg. The premises are accessible to accessible and participation in it is free of charge and confidential. Interested parties are invited to contact Maxi Ziegler (03447 586 812 or self-help@altenburgerland.de) in advance.

additional support from self -help

Self -help groups offer an excellent platform for the exchange between those affected. In addition to the new group in Altenburg, there are also numerous digital offers that primarily promote personal exchange between members, even if it takes place virtually. bzga-essstoerungen.de emphasizes that online groups have the advantage of being localized for many people.

The regular virtual meetings usually take place via video or telephone conferences in real time. Here the members receive invitations with access link or code by email. This ensures constant communication, even if no personal meeting can take place. The confidentiality in dealing with the members is at the top.

Innovative digital offers for young adults

Another exciting offer is the digital self-help and prevention project incogito This project is aimed at young adults or burdens Have to fight self -worth. Free support, chat advice, online conversation groups, writing workshops and a digital coaching program are available here.

Due to the flexible digital structure, those affected can take part in their own pace and from home. Access to information about mental health is also made easier by messenger-based chats. This innovative concept attracts many interested parties and shows how important it is to take new ways in self -help. Behind Incogito is the carrier Jungagiert e.V. based in Dresden, which enables the project with the help of foundations and health insurance companies.