Eating Disorders

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This module will provide you with an overview of some of the common types and causes of eating disorders and how they affect people.

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Eating Disorders

Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

  • Define the umbrella term ‘eating disorders’ and appreciate the scope of conditions included within this term (including Anorexia Nervosa, Avoidant/Res
  • Recall the epidemiology of eating disorders in the UK
  • Discuss the risk factors for eating disorders
  • Describe the signs and symptoms of Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder (BED)
  • Know how to calculate someone's Body Mass Index (BMI)
  • Be aware of the diagnostic criteria of Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder (BED)
  • Appreciate the impact of social media on eating disorders
  • List the common complications of eating disorders
  • Discuss the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE)’s guidelines for the support and care of people with eating disorders
  • Known when and how to signpost to support services

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Training Overview

  • What are Eating Disorders?
  • How Common are Eating Disorders?
  • Anorexia Nervosa
  • Bulimia Nervosa
  • Binge Eating Disorder (BED)
  • Risk Factors
  • The Importance of Early Identification
  • Diagnostic Criteria
  • The Influence of Social Media
  • Complications
  • Supporting People with Eating Disorders: Physical Health
  • Supporting People with Eating Disorders: Psychological Health
  • Referring to Support Services
  • Summary
  • References
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