• Dieting and the diet mentality are destructive to both your mind and your body; disrupting your sense of self and going against your body’s natural rhythms.

• Sometimes an eating disorder can develop in the form of anorexia, bulimia, or a combination of both. College students are particularly vulnerable to this, in fact 16-20% of college women nationwide have an eating disorder.

If you are ready to break the diet cycle or if you suspect you have an eating disorder, contact the Black Bear Dining or one of the resources listed below. For more information on eating disorders, including how to help a friend, visit Eating Disorders Awareness and Prevention.

On-Campus Resources

University of Maine Counseling Center
207.581.1392
No charge for full-time students

Student Health Services
207.581.4000
Same-day appointments available

Employee Assistance Program
207.581.4014
Available for faculty and staff

Emergency/Public Safety
207.581.4040 or 911

Community Resources

Acadia Hospital
973.6048

EMMC Diabetes, Endocrine and Nutrition Center
207.973.7334

Nutrition Therapy of St. Joseph

207.262.1836

Northeast Occupational Exchange
207.942.3816
A community counseling organization

Community Health and Counseling Services
207.947.0366