How many specialist clinics there are for dealing with patients suffering from eating disorders; where each such clinic is located, and wha…

NHS boards and their partners are responsible for planning and providing services, including services for those who suffer from eating disorders, in a way that best meets local needs. The Scottish Executive Health Department has provided guidance to assist local agencies in planning such services as part of the Framework for Mental Health Services in Scotland. Most NHS boards and local authorities provide services for people who suffer from eating disorders through their mainstream Mental Health and Social Work services. In addition, there are NHS specialist adult out-patient clinics in Edinburgh and Aberdeen. Information is not held centrally on services provided outside the NHS or on take-up rates for specialist clinics as a percentage of people diagnosed with eating disorders in each NHS board area.