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EDPEDIA is an initiative, multilingual, wiki-based collaborative encyclopedia dedicated to compiling and disseminating information about eating disorders, including their prevention, treatment, research, and recovery strategies. The platform operates on a global model, allowing contributors worldwide to share region-specific resources, emerging therapies, and lived experiences to foster cross-cultural awareness and reduce stigma.

Overview

EDPEDIA was launched in 2024 with the goal of addressing gaps in accessible, evidence-based information about eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and ARFID. Unlike clinical databases, EDPEDIA emphasizes community-driven content, enabling individuals, clinicians, and advocates to collaboratively update and verify information. The platform adheres to strict content guidelines to ensure accuracy, sensitivity, and neutrality. This is a work in progress and please do your proper research before making any decisions

Mission

EDPEDIA's mission is threefold:

1. To provide a centralized, multilingual repository of eating disorder-related knowledge, including treatments, research, and support systems.

2. To bridge geographical disparities in resource availability.

3. To reduce stigma through education and shared narratives of recovery.

*EDPEDIA is not affiliated with any organization. Please consult with a professional before making any decisions.

Content

EDPEDIA's articles are organized into the following categories:

Types of Eating Disorders

Comprehensive descriptions of diagnoses, symptoms, and risk factors, including lesser-known conditions like pica and rumination disorder.

Global Treatment Innovations

A dynamic directory of therapies, clinics, and support networks, updated to reflect advancements such as:

• Family-Based Treatment (FBT) integration.

Research and Clinical Trials

Summaries of peer-reviewed studies, pending breakthroughs, and interviews with researchers.

Cultural Perspectives

Analysis of how societal norms, media, and traditions influence eating behaviors across regions.

Personal Narratives

A moderated space for anonymized or attributed recovery stories, emphasizing diverse lived experiences.

Collaboration

EDPEDIA operates on a wiki model, allowing registered users to edit articles, propose new topics, or flag outdated content. All submissions undergo peer review by a volunteer panel of clinicians and subject-matter experts. Key policies include:

• Neutrality: Content must avoid promotional language or bias toward specific treatments.
• Evidence-Based Sourcing: Claims require citations from reputable journals, health organizations, or clinical guidelines.
• Safety Protocols: Graphic descriptions or triggering material must be flagged with content warnings.

External Links

• Official website
• How to contribute
• Contact page