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SPECIAL REPORT: Eating Anxiety

The complexity of eating anxiety stems from a combination of social, psychological, and environmental factors. Young people may develop this anxiety due to social pressures related to eating in front of others, fears about body image, or due to more ingrained issues such as eating disorders. Additionally, cultural norms or dietary restrictions can also play significant roles, as can direct experiences like bullying or teasing related to food choices or eating habits.

Whilst not a formally recognised condition, eating anxiety is a genuine and often overwhelming experience that can significantly hinder a young person's ability to participate in everyday activities comfortably. This condition can lead to serious nutritional deficiencies and social withdrawal, impacting overall health and academic performance.

Recognising and addressing eating anxiety is crucial for parents, carer, and educators. Through education, policy changes, and community support, we can help young people manage their anxieties and improve their relationship with food, thereby enhancing their overall well-being and social interactions.

This Special Report will help you understand how best to support a child experiencing anxiety around eating.

Here is the link to your Special Report https://holytrinity.nsw.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/special-report-eating-anxiety-au

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Broadband free initiative

The School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI) is a federal government program. The SSBI is a program to provide free home internet for one year for up to 30,000 unconnected Australian families with school-aged students. 

To be eligible, families must:

• Have a child living at home that is enrolled in an Australian school (Kinder to up to Year 12) 
• Not have an active National Broadband Network (nbn®) Internet service at home. Having a mobile internet service does not affect eligibility.
• Live in a premise that can access the National Broadband Network via a standard connection - this will be checked for families.
• Not have had an active nbn connection during the previous 14 days.

Families can apply to the National Referral Centre via: 

• https://www.anglicarevic.org.au/student-internet
• Calling 1800 954 610 (10 am – 6 pm AEDT Monday to Friday)

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Real Talk

The FREE Real Talk Parents Membership Site is a quality resource bank in the areas of eSafety, relationships and sex education, which fosters Catholic values, resilience, and relationship success. Families and caregivers are encouraged to take advantage of this Parent's Membership Site - because parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual.