MI HR0027

Declares February 24-March 2, 2025, as Eating Disorders Awareness Week in Michigan

Recognizes that 28.8 million Americans will have an eating disorder in their lifetime, affecting all ages, genders, races, ethnicities, and socioeconomic groups

Highlights that eating disorders are serious but treatable mental health conditions that can affect every system in the body and are associated with depression, substance abuse, and suicide

Emphasizes that eating disorders typically appear during adolescence and that early detection significantly increases chances for recovery

Aims to expand conversation around eating disorders, reduce stigma and stereotypes, and raise awareness of the need for early intervention