02/16/2026
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week is February 23–March 1.
Did you know?
👉 28.8 million Americans will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime.
👉 Eating disorders affect people of all ages, races, genders, and backgrounds, yet too many go unseen or unsupported due to stigma, misinformation, and barriers to care.
👉 10,200 lives are lost each year.
👉 The annual economic cost is $64.7 billion.
Behind every statistic is a real person, a real family, and a real story.
Awareness matters. Early intervention matters. Access to specialized care matters.
No one should have to navigate this alone. Support and recovery are possible.
For more information and statistics, visit:
🔗 nationaleatingdisorders.org/nedaw
🔗 eatingrecoverycenter.com/resources/eating-disorder-statistics