Help for parents and caregivers:

■ EDANZ — improving outcomes for people with eating disorders and their families. Freephone 0800 2 EDANZ or 0800 233 269, or in Auckland 09 522 2679. Or email info@ed.org.nz.

■ Parent Help — 0800 568 856 for parents/whānau seeking support, advice and practical strategies on all parenting concerns. Anonymous, non-judgmental and confidential.

■ Family Services 211 Helpline — 0800 211 211 for help finding (and direct transfer to) communitybased health and socialsupport services in your area.