 This page provides useful information and contacts for anyone who is concerned about their diet. If you or someone you know has a problem with Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge eating or Compulsive Overeating the organisations below can provide help and support.
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Where to Get Help and More Information
Northern initiative for Women with Eating Disorders: If you have concerns about your diet or eating habbits ring the helpline on 0191 261 7010.
 NIWE is the Northern Initiative on Women and Eating who offer a confidential telephone contact point for people of any age regarding eating distress and related issues.
Meetings & support sessions can be arranged in the Tyne and Wear area. Telephone their helpline on 0191 221 0233 or visit their website at www.newnet.org.uk/niwe. Their address is 1 Pink Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 5DW.
 Overeaters Anonymous hold local support meetings in Jesmond, Newcastle Tel: 0191 296 4278 for details and ask for Lucy. You can also visit www.oa.org.
 The Eating Disorders Association. Here you will find information and help on all aspects of eating disorders including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder and related eating disorders.
Visit www.edauk.com or telephone the Youthline on 0845 634 7650.
CHILDLINE: offers information & advice on a whole range of problems including eating disorders. Visit their website at www.childline.org.uk or, FREEPHONE 0800 1111.
 Young Minds is an excellent website for young people and gives information about mental health. The site is also a useful source of help and advice for parents and professionals. Visit the site at www.youngminds.org.uk.
 Mental health problems can affect anyone, rich or poor, young or old, shattering the lives of those affected and the lives of the people close to them. Mind is the leading mental health charity who work to create a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress. Visit us at www.mind.org.uk or call the MindinfoLine on 0845 766 0163. Local contacts for MIND are listed below:
MIND - Washington. Glebe Village, Dryburgh, Washington, NE38 7PX.
Tel: 0191 417 8043
MIND - Sunderland. 14 Norfolk Street, Sunderland SR1 1EA.
Tel: 0191 565 7218
MIND - North Tyneside. Meadow Well Health Clinic, Waterville Rd, N.Shields.
Tel: 0191 219 6733
MIND - Gateshead. Bute House, Lucy Street, Blaydon, NE21 5PU.
Tel: 0191 414 0325.
MIND - Chester-le-Street. 27 The Close East, South Pelaw, Chester-le-Street.
Tel: 0191 388 3411
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