That this House notes:

(1)    The Universal Declaration of Human Rights states "Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of himself and of his family, including...medical care and necessary social services, sickness... other lack of livelihood in circumstances beyond his control";

(2)    There is a crisis within the mental health services in Tasmania, in particular the inability to provide appropriate care and support for those who have eating disorders particularly young people with eating disorders;

(3)    There is a lack of suitably qualified adolescent mental health professionals and limited access to appropriate education and training in Tasmania; and

(4)    Many young people in Tasmania are not receiving appropriate care when suffering from acute adverse mental health conditions, particularly eating disorders.

The petitioners call on the Tasmanian Government to ensure:

(1)     All Tasmanians are educated about eating disorders and the impact of the physical and mental health and wellbeing of those suffering with eating disorders;

(2)     The necessary resources are available to train more qualified workers in the areas of practice required to treat and support those with eating disorders; and

(3)     Ensure access to appropriate care for young people with eating disorders, with appropriately qualified staff and facilities in Tasmania and until this is available provide funding support for care in Victoria or another mainland State.