Helpline Opening Hours:
Monday: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday: 10.30am - 12.30pm
Wednesday: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 10.30am - 12.30pm
Saturday: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Sunday: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
https://www.bodywhys.ie/
Bodywhys is the national voluntary organisation supporting people affected by eating disorders. Our mission is to ensure support, awareness and understanding of eating disorders amongst the wider community as well as advocating for the rights and healthcare needs of people affected by eating disorders.

Support Services

Anyone who access our services, including children and young people, have the right to be consulted, protected and treated with respect.

  • Helpline – The helpline offers a non-judgemental and confidential support and information service. Many people with an eating disorder call the helpline, as well as family and friends who are worried. The helpline is open to anyone.
  • Email Support – alex@bodywhys.ie a support, information and listening service, open to anyone affected by eating disorders.
  • Online Support Group: BodywhysConnect 18+ – BodywhysConnect is a free, online support group currently offered to people with eating disorders aged 18 years and over.
  • Online Support Group: YouthConnect 13-18 – YouthConnect is a free, online support group currently offered to people with eating disorders aged 13-18 years.
  • Free PiLaR Programme for Families – PiLaR is an evidence-based support programme aimed at those supporting a person with an eating disorder, including carers, parents, siblings, partners and friends.
  • Virtual Support Groups (18+) – The Bodywhys virtual group is a free, online support group offered to people with eating disorders aged 18 years and over.