OCD Week
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OCD Action is once again running OCD Week. The focus of OCD Week this year is raising awareness of OCD amongst the general public. If I, as a speaker, need to write my discussion post or correct an already completed work, I turn to specialists.

Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW) 2011
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During EDAW, beat work hard to raise awareness of eating disorders and our services right across the UK.

EDAW events
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A drop-in session for anyone to come along and get information about eating disorders, talk to beat representatives and find out about services in the local area.

Drop in Session, 2 - 4 pm     Sale West Community Centre, Newbury Avenue, Sale M33 4QW

Also, First Steps Derbyshire are holding some drop in sessions...(see www.firststepsderby.co.uk for more info)

• Drop In @ Derby Hospital 11.00am -2.00pm First Steps Derbyshire
• Drop In @ Connexions Derby 2.00pm – 4.30 pm First Steps Derbyshire
• Creative Art Workshop @ FSD 6pm-7.30pm First Steps Derbyshire

EDAW events
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This is a drop in session for anyone to come along and pick up information about eating disorders, local services and how to get help.

• Drop in session, 1.30 – 3.30pm - Bolton Hub, Bold Street, Bolton BL1 1LS
• Drop in session, 4.30 – 6.30pm - Eccles Gateway, 18 Barton Lane, Eccles M30 0TU

FREE Eating Disorder Teleseminar will be held on Tuesday 22nd Feb at 8pm –9pm.

It is intended for sufferers, loved ones, and professionals working with Eating Disorders. The call will offer you information, advice, and guidance on any conditions such as Binge eating, Anorexia, Bulimia and Obesity.  To register go to:  www.AwakeningDawn.com    Recordings will be made available, even if you cannot attend provided you register.

• Drop In @ University in Buxton 11.00am -2.00pm First Steps Derbyshire
• Drop In @ Pear Tree Clinic 2.30pm-4.30pm First Steps Derbyshire
• Dramatherapy Taster @FSD 5.00pm-7.00pm First Steps Derbyshire www.firststepsderby.co.uk

EDAW events
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West Wales Regional Eating Disorder Event 9:30 – 1:30pm (lunch included)

Carmarthenshire County Museum, Carmarthen. The event is for service users, volunteers and interested parties.The theme of the event will be regional eating disorder services and how to improve them.  Guest speakers will be in attendance. If you would like to attend and learn more about the event, then please call Sian Llewellyn on 07513899384 or email   Spaces are very limited so please reserve your space as soon as possible!

• Information Stall at the Ember Lounge, Stoke Campus, Staffordshire University 11am – 2pm
• Drop in session, 10 am – 12 pm Tameside Volunteer Centre, 95 – 97 Penny Meadow, Ashton Under Lyne LO6 6EP
• Drop in session, 2 – 4 pm CVS Rochdale, Partnership House, Sparrow Hill, Rochdale OL16 1QT
• Drop in session, 5 – 7 pm Oakwood House, 251 Wellington Road South, Stockport SK2 6NG

• FREE DROP-IN DAY 8am – 8pm (By appointments only) Booking: Call  0208 653 7177
  ED Clinic:  Awakening Dawn, 56 Windsor Road, Thornton Heath, Croydon  CR7 8HE

• Drop In @ Long Eaton Connexions  10.00am -12noon First Steps Derbyshire
• Creative Drama Workshop @FSD 4.00pm-5.30pm First Steps Derbyshire
• Movement Workshop @ FSD 6.00pm- 7.00pm First Steps Derbyshire

• Information stand about eating disorders and postitive body image. Over lunchtime at University of Cumbria, Carlisle – Fusehill Street campus

EDAW events
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Mid-Wales Regional Eating Disorder Event 10:30 – 4:00pm (lunch included)

Media Resource Centre (MRC), Llandrindod Wells. This event is for service users, volunteers and interested parties.The theme of the event will be regional eating disorder services and how to improve them.  Guest speakers will be in attendance. If you would like to attend and learn more about the event, then please call Sian Llewellyn on 07513899384 or email  Spaces are very limited so please reserve your space as soon as possible!

• Information Stall at the Students’ Union Student Space, Stafford Campus, Staffordshire University – 11am – 2pm

• Drop in session, 10 am – 12 pm  The Link Centre, 140 Union Street, Oldham OL1 1DZ

•  Drop in session, 2 – 4 pm Ince Community Centre, Manchester Road, Wigan WN2 2DJ  

FREE Bulimia Recovery Call.

If you suffer from Bulimia, and looking to start your new life with professional bulimia help, then the 2nd teleseminar held on Thursday 24th at 8pm-9pm is for you, will look at your Bulimia recovery in detail with tips and strategise to help you move forward without overeating or the need for compensatory behaviours.  To register go to: www.BulimiaHope.com You can post a question you may have and have it answered on the call. Recordings will be made available, even if you cannot attend provided you register.

• Drop In @ The Quad, Derby 11.00am- 3.00 pm First Steps Derbyshire
• Support Group @ FSD 7.00pm -9.00pm First Steps Derbyshire www.firststepsderby.co.uk

• Information stand about eating disorders and postitive body image. Over lunchtime at University of Cumbria, Lancaster campus

EDAW events
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• Workshop on Eating Disorders (open to all – sufferers, carers, friends, general interest in ED’s) – Students’ Union Boardroom, Stoke Campus, Staffordshire University – 3 – 4pm

• Drop in session, 10 am – 12 pm Mosses Centre, Cecil Street, Bury BL9 OS  

• Coffee Morning @FSD 10.30am-12noon First Steps Derbyshire

• Drop In @ Blend Youth Project 11.00 am -1.00pm First Steps Derbyshire www.firststepsderby.co.uk

EDAW events
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• There will be a street collection for beat in the High Street of St Helier in Jersey.

• Charity Gig @ Ryan’s Bar, Derby 7.30pm – late! First Steps Derbyshire www.firststepsderby.co.uk

EDAW events
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• Sophie will be doing a sponsored swim at Cromer Pier – to sponsor her go to http://www.justgiving.com/seaswimming

• Amy and Danielle will be ‘three-legged’ for the day – to sponsor them visit their online fundraising page at http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-web/fundraiser/showFundraiserProfilePage.action?userUrl=MentalhealthhelpUK

Self Injury Awareness Day
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Each year, the 1st of March is designated as Self Injury Awareness Day (SIAD) around the world. It is a time when people come together to help raise awareness about self-injury and self-harm.

Bath & Silverstone Half Marathon
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The Bath Half Marathon and The Silverstone Half Marathon have beat fundraisers taking part. Good luck to them!

Inverness Half Marathon
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Good luck to the beat fundraisers taking part in the Inverness Half Marathon!

Liverpool Half Marathon
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Dedicated beat fundraisers taking part in the Liverpool Half Marathon!

PSHE Conference - Managing Challenging Conditions
- 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

beat has organised a 1 day conference giving those working in education or with young people a better understanding and knowledge of conditions that young people face today and will give practical solutions if and when a problem arises.

Brighton Half Marathon
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Enthusiastic fundraisers raising money for beat by taking part in the Brighton Half Marathon!

The Virgin London Marathon
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beat have a team confirmed for The Virgin London Marathon 2011.

Good luck to Tom, Charlotte, Matthew, Pauline, Ria, Becky, Aimee, Andy and Richard for all their training and fundraising!

Depression Awareness Week
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Depression Awareness Week is a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness and try to end the stigma associated with depression!

Edinburgh Marathon
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Brave beat fundraisers taking on the challenge of the Edinburgh Half Marathon! Wish them luck!

British 10k London Run
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Fancy fundraising for beat in the British 10k London Run? There are still beat charity places left, to apply email:

24:7 Samaritans Awareness Day
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Samaritans is a confidential emotional support service for anyone in the UK and Ireland, they provide support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for people who ae experiencing feelins of distress or dispair.

24:7 is a national campaign to raise awareness and to fundraise for the 24 hour service that the Samaritans provide.

World Suicide Prevention Day
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World Suicide Prevention Day is an opportunity for all secotrs of the community to promote worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides. On a global level, awareness needs to be raised about suicide being a major preventable cause of premature death.

Great North Run
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Good luck to the keen fundraisers taking part in the Great North Run for beat!

World Mental Health Day
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This is a unified effort to promote greater public awareness and understanding of mental health and mental illness. Every year, thousands of people across the world raise awareness and funds for mental health causes.

OCD Awareness Week
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The first ever week that is completely dedicated to raising awareness of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.

OCD Awareness Week will look to raise awareness amongst the general public, and with health professionals, politicians and policy makers. It will aim to highlight the different aspects of the illness and to raise awareness about the nature of the illness and the impact it can have on those living with OCD.

Great South Run
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beat fundraisers are taking part in the Great South Run. Fantastic!!

National Stress Awareness Day
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A day to develop greater understanding of stress nationwide and to offer access to the many proven coping strategies and sources of help available to individuals and organisations who want to reduce the harmful outcomes of excessive pressure.