Info on Eating Disorders

"Eating disorders (ED) are characterized by under or over eating, and motivations for either vary, including emotion regulation. The label “emotional eating” is a common term, and the actual behaviour of eating to cope with emotions is considered within the realm of eating disorders.

Eating for emotion regulation reasons has been extensively empirically researched and is now well understood within the eating disorders.

Thorough specialized diagnostic assessment for eating disorders is essential to guide referral for appropriate treatment.

This specialized diagnostic assessment sometimes establishes an eating disorder diagnosis, when the patients’ personal assessment was to the contrary, and vice versa.  In either case, the diagnosis allows for referral to the appropriate treatment."

(Dr Josee Jarry, personal communication, 2009)

Vision and Mission

Our Mission Statement

BANA is committed to the provision of specialized treatment education and support services for individuals affected directly and indirectly by eating disorders.

Our Vision

To be recognized in the community as the primary source for the prevention and treatment of eating disorders.

To be the leader in promoting the acceptance of diverse body shapes and sizes through the adoption of a healthy, balanced lifestyle.

BANA is a proud member of the Erie St. Clair Local Health Integration Network - one of 14 Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) that have been established and launched in Ontario. The LHINs are community-based, non-profit organizations funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care to plan, fund and coordinate services. This partnership allows BANA to work closely with like-minded agencies across the province to develop best practices and ensure an effective continuum of care. Erie St. Clair LHIN services the regions of Chatham-Kent, Sarnia-Lambton and Windsor-Essex which includes over 650,000 people.

BANA also works in co-operation with:

Chatham/Kent Health Alliance
London Health Sciences Center
Toronto General Hospital Outreach Program for Eating Disorders
Children's Safety Village
Greater Essex County District School Board
Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board
The University of Windsor
House of Sophrosyne
Multi Cultural Council
WEST
Hotel Dieu-Grace Hospital
Windsor Regional Hospital