Eating Disorders
This Eating Disorders course covers common eating disorders, including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder (BED), exploring symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic criteria, complications and the impact on physical and psychological health. Learners will also understand early identification, eating disorder support, referral pathways and specialist eating disorder services in Ireland.
Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Define eating disorders and recognise Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder (BED).
- Identify eating disorder symptoms, risk factors and complications and understand the importance of early identification.
- Describe diagnostic criteria and understand the influence of social media on eating behaviours and body image.
- Explain the physical and psychological impact of eating disorders and appropriate support approaches.
- Identify eating disorder referral and support services in Ireland and know when to escalate concerns.
Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Define eating disorders and recognise Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder (BED).
- Identify eating disorder symptoms, risk factors and complications and understand the importance of early identification.
- Describe diagnostic criteria and understand the influence of social media on eating behaviours and body image.
- Explain the physical and psychological impact of eating disorders and appropriate support approaches.
- Identify eating disorder referral and support services in Ireland and know when to escalate concerns.
Modules
Module 1
What are Eating Disorders?
Module 2
How Common are Eating Disorders?
Module 3
Anorexia Nervosa
Module 4
Bulimia Nervosa
Module 5
Binge Eating Disorder (BED)
Module 6
Risk Factors
Module 7
The Importance of Early Identification
Module 8
Diagnostic Criteria
Module 9
The Influence of Social Media
Module 10
Complications
Module 11
Supporting People with Eating Disorders: Physical Health
Module 12
Supporting People with Eating Disorders: Psychological Health
Module 13
Referring to Support Services
Module 14
Summary
Module 15
References
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Frequently Asked Questions
Eating disorders are mental health conditions involving disturbed eating behaviours, thoughts about food, weight or body image, and can affect both physical and psychological health.
Common types include Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder (BED). Each condition has different symptoms and patterns of eating behaviour.
Signs may include significant changes in eating habits or weight, excessive exercise, distress about body image, binge eating, restrictive eating or behaviours intended to prevent weight gain.
Early identification can help people access appropriate assessment and support sooner, potentially reducing physical and psychological complications associated with eating disorders.
People in Ireland can seek support through their GP, HSE services and specialist eating disorder services. Bodywhys also provides information and support for people affected by eating disorders.