Who we are: Aims and Objectives

SIGED aims to support and address the concerns of psychologists and researchers, while developing a sense of community among members. 

• To update members on research and evidence-based practice, through the identification and promotion of new eating disorder-related findings. 
• To increase eating disorder-related content at conferences and relevant events. 
• To offer a space for information sharing, discussion, research and professional support.
• To increase awareness and create a deeper understanding of eating disorders both within psychology and at a wider societal level.
• To encourage research on eating disorders to improve our understanding of the nature, prevalence, aetiology, and treatment of eating pathology. 
• To promote a collaboration among researchers and clinicians in the area of eating disorders.
• To foster a sense of community through personal, professional and social development opportunities. 
• To work alongside other national and international organisations in promoting and informing best evidence-based practices in the treatment of eating disorders.