Eating disorders are among the most misunderstood mental health conditions in the UK. According to Beat, the UK’s leading eating disorder charity, around 1.25 million people in the UK are living with an eating disorder. Eating disorders include a range of conditions such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and ARFID (avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder), among others. One of the most persistent myths is that eating disorders only affect young women. How to Talk About It With Someone You’re Worried AboutStarting a conversation about eating disorders can feel daunting.