Big Ideas in Eating Disorders: Accelerating Research to Transform Policy and Practice

Turning bold ideas into real progress for eating disorder prevention and treatment.

Eating disorders are among the most serious mental health conditions. The field has made major strides in identifying risk factors, refining interventions, and building evidence-based treatments. Yet the reality remains stark: eating disorders continue to pose a critical public health challenge, and far too many people still lack access to effective care.

This book brings together "big ideas" to close the gap between what science taught us and what still needs to happen to eradicate eating disorders. Leading scholars, clinicians, and individuals with lived experience share transformative strategies to reshape the field, from risk reduction to prevention to treatment.

Big ideas move us forward, not in small steps, but in leaps. Each chapter highlights a key knowledge or practice gap, then lays out a bold concept designed to propel the field ahead, along with actionable steps to turn that vision into reality. Chapters are also accompanied by podcasts featuring the personal stories behind the contributors. Learn more about the motivations, challenges, and journeys of these researchers by visiting the Big Ideas in Eating Disorders podcast.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433849658
• ISBN13: 9781433849657
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA)
• Length: 364 Pages