Eating disorders are reaching epidemic proportions. Almost everyone has been touched by this heartbreaking illness. An estimated 500,000 Canadians suffer from some form of eating disorder( Hopewell/ Ca. Mental Health Association 2005). On Feb 17, 2010 the front page of the Van. Sun read, "Anorexics Desperate for Help" Island family finally gets daughter into St Paul's hospital after months of waiting ." This was the day I started my work. Article headlines validating the need include;"Young people with Anorexia are dying or remaining chronically ill for lack of residential care" (Van.Sun 2/10) "My Triumph over Anorexia"through Kundalini Yoga (People 2007) "Studies sees no gain in using antidepressants to treat Anorexia"(N. Y. Times 6/2006) Tryptophane depleation = eating disorders.

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