NEWS RELEASE
February 18, 2010 Contact: Frank Murray, 542-4835
According to the National Eating Disorders Association, more people die of eating disorders than any other form of mental illness. In recognition of Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Feb. 21-27; the Columbia Basin College Counseling department is sponsoring an awareness event to provide resources, education, and support to those affected by eating disorders. The event is Feb. 24, 1-3 p.m. in room TD 435 on the CBC Pasco campus.
The documentary film, America the Beautiful, will be shown. The film examines Americas fixation with outward appearance and the unrealistic standards of beauty dictated to the public by the media, pop culture, and the fashion industry. The film is open to everyone. Those with an interest in learning more about eating disorders or obtaining resources to help them or someone they know who struggles with an eating disorder, are encouraged to attend.
Tables with resource materials on eating disorders will be available in the HUB, 8 a.m. -12 p.m. on Feb. 24. For more information, contact Carrie DeLeon in the CBC Counseling department, 542-5508.