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mentalfitness, inc. program resources
to support Eating Disorder Awareness
month, Love Your Body month and:
NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS
AWARENESS WEEK FEB. 23-MAR. 1
More than 25 evidence-based programs to help you, your
students, your community, lead a safe eating disorder
awareness or prevention training.
mentalfitness, inc. has been collaborating with NEDA, ANAD, BEDA,
with more than 25 national nonprofits, state agencies and national
researchers to design evidence-based training materials for seven
years. This packet also has a listing of other evidence-based
programs that have shown efficacious in eating disorder
awareness, prevention and education. MentalFitnessInc.org.
For inquiries, e-mail Robyn Hussa Farrell, Founder & CEO, [email protected]
© 2006-2014 MentalFitness, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
WHY
AWARENESS WEEK?
1 in 5 Children in America struggle with Mental Illness.
(Source: Centers for Disease Control 2013 Report)
More people die from eating disorders than from
any psychiatric illness. (Source: National Institute of Mental Health)
We can (and must) do better.
•  Things we know:
•  It is not always safe to allow students themselves to lead or
participate in eating disorder trainings without implementing
the 5 Standards of Eating Disorders Training (attached) and
without the involvement of certified eating disorders
specialists, as applicable. The 18 student-led program ideas
identified in this packet indicate those that are appropriate for
students to lead.
•  All other programs in this resource packet are designed to be
led incorporating mentalfitness’ 5 Standards of Eating
Disorders Training (see attached)
•  When appropriate, we recommend that a “certified eating
disorders specialist (CEDS)” be in attendance at some Q&A
discussions. Guidelines for finding CEDS in your area are also
attached.
Who We Are
The mission of mentalfitness, inc. is to build mental fitness in all youth through
arts-based awareness and prevention programs. We collaborate with national
experts in medicine, nutrition and mental health to bring together (and create
new) evidence-based programs that improve the seven protective categories of
mental fitness; community connections, self-esteem, media literacy,
mindfulness, body image, stress-management, nourishing body & mind.
Our leadership
team of more
than 50 medical
experts and
educators
reviewed
research studies
to connect the
dots and find the
shared protective
factors that exist
between eating
disorders,
addictions and
other mental
illnesses. These
were placed onto
a map and put
into 7 protective
categories. Our
goal is to build all
7 protective
categories in all
youth.
Nutrition
Awareness
Mentoring
Psycho
Education
Volunteering
Nourishing
Body & Mind
+
Creative
Expression
Healthy
Communication
Community
Connections
+
Internal
Validation
+
Self-Esteem
Stress
Management
+
+
Body Image
Weight
Acceptance
Self
Acceptance
+
Mindfulness
Stigma
Reduction
+
Media
Literacy
Thinking
Media
Literacy
Techniques
Delaying
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NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS WEEK
STUDENT-LED PROGRAMS:
18 Student-Led Activities
for campaigns in the school setting:
(also check out the evidence-based body image resources in back!)
#1: Educate Medical Professionals: Students Distribute AED Treatment
Resource Book to Hospitals and Medical School Training Programs.
Link to Book is here.
http://www.normal-life.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/aed_brochure_april242012.pdf
#2: Inside Out Fashion Show -- T-shirts are worn inside out during the day
and students write on them to highlight people’s inner qualities (“good
listener” “generous friend”). A fashion show is held that evening where
the “Inside” qualities are announced. Models in all shapes and sizes
participate.
#3: #RealDeal blog universe project: Students visit the #RealDeal blog and
choose one of the topics to research. They hold a Tweet-up discussion
about that topic, using the posts, images and facts they find from the
#RealDeal site. http://www.wearetherealdeal.com
#4: What Is Normal Blog & Mash-Up: Students investigate the “norms” in
the school (or in our culture) and then create video (or blog) mash-up to
discuss what the NEW norms should be. Tweet-up meetings to discuss
posts and mash-ups. Examples: (scroll through all blog posts and films)
http://blog.normalinschools.org/?cicode=23323
#5: Three Word Story – Students Launch a 3 Word Story Campaign in the
school to promote self-acceptance, body esteem and mindfulness.
Examples: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GC3M2WSrOMo
#6: Affirmations. Students receive training on how to create affirmations
and lead a workshop for younger children. Graphic images for the
affirmations are then created and posted on FB and Twitter to offer
support to others. Examples available on Robyn Hussa Farrell’s blog:
http://blog.recoverydiscoveryyoga.com/2013/01/03/implementing-affirmations-4layers.aspx
#7: #ThinkEatPlay Bracelet Fundraiser. Example, here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnfCWF359Vs
#8: Mindfulness is a known “protective factor” for eating disorders
(obesity and addictions). Students visit our mindfulness resource page
and choose any “student handouts” to circulate in school / teach to others.
http://www.normal-life.org/mindfulness-meditation/
#9: HowToHelpAFriend. Students visit our resource page and download
the handout – or circulate to social media outlets via link: http://
www.normal-life.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/WhatToSayIfYouAreConcerned.pdf
18 Student-Led Activities (cont’d)
(also check out the evidence-based body image resources in back!)
#10: Students watch our film, “Power of Role Models” and choose to
interview a role model or educate other students about the power of
mentoring. Link to Film (on our YouTube channel):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=Qjn9cdd66Do
#11: Weight Stigma is one of the greatest risks for eating disorders.
Students watch our Weight Stigma Awareness videos and share positive
messages about size and weight acceptance. Link to our films:
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJXgjL6sHbfLehFaURFAvM0vco6eKiYMp
#12: Speak Out. Students watch our Speak Out mash-up videos and
encourage friends who are struggling to join in … (contact ROBYN HUSSA
FARRELL for guidelines and rules for participation) e.g.,
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDC7FE5C4B79B0EB1
#13: #ThinkEatPlay– ur program to optimize health in female athletes is a
tool to raise awareness for a condition called Female Athlete Triad
Syndrome. Students take the Triad Pop Quiz and/or launch an online
awareness campaign about the Triad. For more information / handouts:
ThinkEatPlay.org. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwIsxy_JHK0
#14: #RealDeal Pledge Campaign. Our #Real Deal blog universe is the #1
body image, self-acceptance and healthy coping blog. Students visit the
site and take the #RealDeal pledge. They set up a booth in school / online
campaign to encourage others to take pledge.
http://wearetherealdeal.com/about/the-real-deal-pledge/
#15: #BE – Stress Management and Wellness. Students lead mindfulness,
stress-management and healthy coping workshops using BE curriculum.
#16: #SelfEsteemStomp. Students create / launch a #SelfEsteemStomp.
Sample video and details: http://www.normal-life.org/programs/selfesteem-stomp/
#17: #InsideOut. Students curate / plan an #InsideOut event with art
gallery and/or live performance celebrating inner beauty
http://www.normal-life.org/inside-out
#18: #MentalFitness. Students learn what mental fitness is and circulate
our “Build Your Own Mental Fitness Map” handouts – the proven
protective factors for eating disorders, addictions and weight related
concerns. Learn more:
http://www.mentalfitnessinc.org/about/what-is-mental-fitness/
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MFI: 5 Standards for Leading Eating Disorders
Trainings in a School or University Setting
Because all of the 6 types of eating disorders are the most serious and deadly of all
psychiatric illnesses, mentalfitness, inc. has developed standards for leading eating
disorders trainings in a school or university setting.
1. When Possible, Apply the Tiered Training Approach. After years of developing eating disorders
trainings in schools, universities and medical institutions, we know it is safer to apply a “tiered”
approach to eating disorders trainings in a school setting. First Tier: Train the Faculty and Staff of a
school. Second Tier: Train the Parents. Third Tier: Train the Students.
2. Connect With Vetted ED Resources. Those leading the training should connect with a minimum
of 5 vetted eating disorders resources in the area PRIOR to the presentation. We would prefer
those specialists who are credentialed as “Certified Eating Disorders Specialists” (CEDS) from the
iaedp organization or as “Fellows of the Academy for Eating Disorders” (FAED) from the AED
organization (the two professional organizations that exist today.) Our guidelines for finding a
CEDS is provided at the end of this kit. When vetting the resources in the area, we encourage
schools and communities to try to find public health, sliding scale / Spanish-speaking, as well as
private pay and eating disorders resources that accept insurance prior to leading a training. Our
nonprofit (and many others) can assist in this process.
3. Review How To Manage Serious Mental Illness In School. Schools should already have a policy
and procedure in place for managing serious mental illness in the school setting. Prior to leading
a training, we recommend that these policies are reviewed and clarified between school
counselors, nurses, social workers and educators. It is always a good idea to also connect with
the local Department of Mental Health or other applicable agency to review policies, as
applicable.
4. Put Resources in the Hands of Participants. Once the training is established, we recommend
that PRIOR to the film screening or seminar, myth-buster sheets are distributed to every audience
member without them having to ask for it. We have found that this greatly reduces the shame
when an audience member does not have to physically ask for resources or help.
5. Follow Guidelines. For those purchasing our educational tools, we recommend following our
recommended guidelines for leading the film seminar, Q&A and for distributing our handouts.
mentalfitness, inc. program resources:
Elements Included in mentalfitness
Eating Disorders Awareness / Prevention Trainings
mentalfitness programs listed on the next pages,
come with the below five elements:
1. A mentalfitness, inc. film or arts presentation (examples: ED 101, Speaking Out About
ED, Beneath The Floorboards, ThinkEatPlay Program To Optimize Health in Athletes)
2. mentalfitnes, inc. handouts for each film and for each specific audience member
(different handout for teachers vs. parents vs. students). Many examples on our sites.
3. Live Q&A discussion after the film presentation with CEDS speakers who specialize in
the topic(s). Facilitators will receive our Q&A Guidelines once a film has been licensed.
4. mentalfitness, inc. myth-buster sheet with at least 5 local vetted eating disorders /
mental health resources. Often, mentalfitness, inc. can assist in vetting the resources, but
not always.
5. Online tools, resources and – in some cases – transcription for the film(s) or curricula.
EATING DISORDERS TRAINING PROGRAM IDEAS:
mentalfitnes, inc. Films and Programs
Eating Disorders 101 (“ED 101”) (trailer and more information on our
website: http://www.mentalfitnessinc.org/ed-101/)
ED 101 is an evidence-based 30-minute documentary-style film available
to schools and universities and it is also a part of a multi-tiered live
seminar training program.
The 30-minute documentary film illustrates four of the six types of eating
disorders through expert interviews, personal family stories, hopeful
journeys of recovery and NORMAL rock musical footage sung by
Broadway and American Idol performers.
Featuring national experts: Carolyn Costin, Dr. Kim Dennis, Laura
Discipio, Lynn Grefe, Dr. Laura Lees and Chevese Turner as well as
interviews with the collaborators of nor.mal: the musical and several
individuals in recovery.
Since its release, the ED 101 film has been seen by thousands of
individuals and used in schools, treatment centers and practices
worldwide as an effective introduction to eating disorders. As with all of
our programs, we recommend that the film be incorporated into the 5
standards / 5 elements of leading an effective training; including following
the film with a Q&A discussion with qualified medical professionals.
Appropriate for those ages 12 and up when our 5 Standards / 5 Elements
are Employed.
ED 101 is co-Directed and Produced by
Robyn Hussa Farrell, CEO & Founder of mentalfitness, inc.
More info: http://www.MENTALFITNESSINC.ORG/about/founder/
special
EDAW
2014
rate:
$10
Package includes 5 Elements of ED
Training. Certain restrictions apply.
Contact [email protected] for
details
mentalfitness, inc. Films and Programs
eating disorder recovery yoga
guidebook for yoga instructors
Written by
mentalfitness,
inc. Founder
and CEO, this
guidebook is a
fabulous
resource for
those who wish
to lead safe
workshops for
those in
recovery from
eating
disorders.
Order online at!: http://www.amazon.com/Mindfulness-MeditationWorkshops-instructors-psychotherapists-ebook/dp/B007S9UYAM/
ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1390068660&sr=1-2
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Speaking Out About Eating Disorders (trailer and more information
available on our website: http://www.mentalfitnessinc.org/speaking-out-about-ed/)
Speaking Out About ED is a powerful film that exposes the growing
problem of eating disorders in our society, debunks myths, explores
treatment options, and calls for better training of the medical
community in managing this life-threatening condition. Contains
clear, yet in-depth commentary from many of the leading experts in
the field, including physicians, psychologists, directors of national
organizations, and researchers including:
Dr Evelyn Attia, Dr Ovidio Bermudez, Dr Emmett R. Bishop,
Carolyn Costin, Lynn Grefe, Denise Folcik, Dr. Stephen Hinshaw,
Julie Holland, Dr Craig Johnson, Dr. Walter Kaye, Dr Laura Lees,
Melanie Rogers, Chevese Turner, Dr. Ken Weiner.
special
EDAW
2014
rate:
$25
This film is appropriate for medical professionals
and for clinicians.
Speaking Out About ED is co-Directed and Produced by
Package includes 5 Elements of ED
Training. Certain restrictions apply.
Contact
[email protected] for
details
“If you are an educator, parent, student or just
want to learn more about eating disorders, the
film, SPEAKING OUT ABOUT ED,
EXPOSING MYTHS, EMBRACING FACTS
AND EXPLORING TREATMENT, is a must
see.” ~Susan Albers, Psy.D., PsychologyToday.com
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B
“B” (Stress Management & Wellness Program)
By Robyn Hussa Farrell
One of the known protective factors for eating disorders and
other mental illnesses, stress management and mindfulness
skills are crucial for any student’s journey. Now in a format
where any teacher, in any class can lead an exercise!
“Mindfulness and
meditation-based
programs have shown
consistent, reliable,
and reproducible
demonstrations of
major and clinically
relevant reductions in
medical and
psychological
symptoms across a
wide range of medical
diagnoses, including
many different chronic
pain conditions”
~University of Massachusetts
Medical School
Center for Mindfulness
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5 minute units
Can be taught over 3 weeks, 15 weeks, or as needed
Encourages students to use their innate resources and
abilities to respond more effectively to stress
A flexible program: can be taught in ANY class, after-school,
during class or where convenient
Units contain the following evidence-based techniques:
•  A journal writing exercise
•  Teacher-friendly arts and mindfulness techniques to
increase healthy coping and stress management skills
•  Lessons on intuitive eating, mindful eating, normal eating, etc.
•  Statistics or teachings on one aspect of: mindfulness,
meditation, wellness, balance, well-being, peace
•  Beginning meditation techniques
•  Easy breathing techniques
•  Lessons that can be taught directly from the page (like a script)
Teachers can pilot this program AT NO
COST in honor of Eating Disorder
Awareness month!!
Certain restrictions apply. Contact [email protected] for details
Think Eat Play is a program to raise awareness of Female Athlete
Triad syndrome and the importance of body image and stress
management for athletes. Directed by Karen Sossin – who
originally developed the program for the State of NY and created in
collaboration with dozens of national experts in eating disorders,
sports nutrition and prevention.
Learn more at http://www.ThinkEatPlay.org
This program includes a packet of resources and handouts.
Schools can also arrange for Karen Sossin to lead a training for
their coaches and staff, by emailing [email protected].
ThinkEatPlay is Directed by Karen Sossin and Produced by
67% of the coaches we surveyed had
heard of the Female Athlete Triad,
however only 37% reported that they
could identify the three distinct conditions
associated with the Female Athlete Triad.
Of this 37%,
… only 13% of coaches were able to
correctly identify all three conditions.
Special EDAW 2014 rate of $10. Package includes video pop quiz, handouts
and resources. Certain restrictions apply. Contact [email protected]
for details
Beneath The Floorboards is the first collaboration of its
kind between three national eating disorders
organizations: Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders
(ANAD), Binge Eating Disorder Association (BEDA) and
Mental Fitness, Inc. (MFI). Learn more at:
http://www.BeneathTheFloorboards.org
The Beneath The Floorboards documentary film outlines
the “mental health” side of the obesity complexities in
schools and offers latest facts and research in managing
these serious issues. National experts discuss weight
stigma and bias, the dangers of dieting, binge eating
disorder and latest research facts.
This program is available only for a limited time in
partnership with ANAD, BEDA and MFI. Certain
restrictions apply.
Beneath the Floorboards is co-Directed and Produced by
Robyn Hussa Farrell, CEO & Founder of mentalfitness,
inc. More info: http://www.MENTALFITNESSINC.ORG/about/founder/
special
EDAW
2014
rate:
$25
Certain restrictions apply. Contact [email protected] for details
Other Evidence-Based Programs:
Mental Fitness is a “map” made up of seven shared protective categories
that have shown to enhance the protective factors shared between eating
disorders, obesity and addictions. mentalfitness, inc.’s mission is to link
communities to the evidence-based resources that exist to build mental
fitness in all youth. In addition to our own programs, we knit together
those that already exist. Below is a list from the Body Image protective
category on our mental fitness map:
Evidence-Based Body Image Programs:
Body Positive: http://thebodypositive.org, Scott, E., Sobczak, C.
Body Project: http://www.amazon.com/The-Body-Project-DissonanceBased-Intervention/dp/0199859248, Stice, E., Rohde, P., Shaw, H., et. al.
Healthy Bodies: http://bodyimagehealth.org/, Kater, K.
Reflections: http://www.tridelta.org/thecenter/ourinitiatives/
reflectionsbodyimageprogram, Becker, C.
Overcoming Overeating: http://overcomingovereating.com/the-ooprogram/background, Munter, C., Hirschmann, J.
lease email us to add to the list!
Please
Body Image Films and Tools:
On Beauty courtesy of Body Positive — http://vimeo.com/59953615
1 minute clip of model being airbrushed -http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=17j5QzF3kqE
Fat Talk (courtesy of Reflections / Tri Delta) --http://youtu.be/RKPaxD61lwo
Talk To Your Daughter About Beauty, courtesy of Dove -http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zKfF40jeCA
Real Beauty Sketches, courtesy of Dove -- http://realbeautysketches.dove.us/
Cameron Russell TEDtalk –
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KM4Xe6Dlp0Y
30 other Blogs & Resources -http://wearetherealdeal.com/eating-disorder-help/body-image-blog-resources/
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Other Evidence-Based Programs:
Mental Fitness is a “map” made up of seven shared protective categories
that have shown to enhance the protective factors shared between eating
disorders, obesity and addictions. mentalfitness, inc.’s mission is to link
communities to the evidence-based resources that exist to build mental
fitness in all youth. In addition to our own programs, we knit together
those that already exist. Below is a list from the Mindfulness protective
category on our mental fitness map:
Evidence-Based Mindfulness Programs:
MBSR, University of Massachusetts -- Kabat-Zinn,
Kabat-Zinn J. -http://www.umassmed.edu/content.aspx?id=41252
MB-EAT, Center for Mindful Eating -- Kristeller, J., et. al. -http://www.thecenterformindfuleating.org/jean-l-kristeller
Mind-Body Medicine, Gordon, J. -http://cmbm.org/research/published-research/
Mindfulness Tools and Resources:
The Poetry of Yoga, anthologies -- http://www.thepoetryofyoga.com/
Moving Into Stillness, by Eric Schiffmann (FREE BOOK online) -http://www.movingintostillness.com/book/meditation_moving_into_stillness.html
Efficacy of mindfulness, courtesy of University of Massachusetts -http://www.umassmed.edu/Content.aspx?id=42426
Mindfulness CDs / Tapes, by Jon Kabat Zinn –
http://mindfulnesscds.com/
Andrew Johnson, Free apps—
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/relax-andrew-johnson-free/id338059108?mt=8
30+ books & resources -http://blog.recoverydiscoveryyoga.com/2011/12/12/the-gift-of-wellness-throughbreath-mind-and-present-moment.aspx
APA 2010 Report on Stress & Mindfulness –
http://www.normal-life.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/APA-national-report-OnStress.pdf
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Contact us
Learn about our trainings.
License our programs.
Get involved.
Contact our CEO & Founder:
Robyn Hussa Farrell
[email protected]
73%
of
Mental Fitness, Inc.’s
operating budget goes
directly toward
programming:
development,
implementation and
measurement.
Our programs are now a part of
clinical training programs in
universities and treatment centers
across the nation. They are used by
more than 25 national nonprofits.
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Myth Busters about Eating Disorders
(Source: National Institute of Mental Health, unless otherwise noted)
Guide to Finding a Specialist
For information on how to find a qualified eating disorders specialist, please see the next page.
Myth Busters About Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
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There are at LEAST SIX types of Eating Disorders: Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder,
Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (EDNOS) -- which in 2013 was re-named OSFED (Otherwise Specified
Feeding or Eating Disorder – two sub-types (Purging or a-typical Anorexia)), UFED (Unidentified), ARFID
(Avoidant or Restrictive Food Intake Disorder).
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Disordered Eating (dieting and chaotic eating patterns that include restricting food), is the “norm” in
American culture and can lead to serious illnesses such as female athlete triad syndrome, cardiac
complications and eating disorders.
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Eating Disorders cannot be controlled by a matter of will. They are serious biological illnesses that require
the treatment of specialists.
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At Least 38 million Americans are struggling with an eating disorder. (Source: National Eating Disorders Association,
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7 million of those struggling with eating disorders are males. Male eating disorders often go undiagnosed.
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More people die from eating disorders than from any other psychiatric illness
•
Binge Eating Disorder Association, National Association for Males with Eating Disorders)
(Source National Association for Males with Eating Disorders)
More women struggle with eating disorders than with breast cancer. (Source: 2010 National Cancer Institute, SEER,
National Eating Disorders Association, Binge Eating Disorder Association)
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More than 1/3 of all athletes suffer from disordered eating behaviors. For free resources and handouts on
proper sports nutrition, please visit ThinkEatPlay.org.
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Female athletes who are not getting enough calories, could be at risk for Female Athlete Triad syndrome
(low caloric intake leads to amenorrhea which can lead to bone loss). Learn more about the Triad at
ThinkEatPlay.org.
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Eating disorders frequently co-exist with other psychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety, alcoholism
or substance abuse, self-harming, OCD, PTSD or ADHD.
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People with anorexia are up to ten times more likely to die as a result of their illness. The most common
complications that lead to death are cardiac arrest, electrolyte imbalances and suicide.
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Rates of dieting among adolescent girls are estimated at 60 and 70 percent, as reported by a 2006 study by
Drs. James D. Lock and Daniel Le Grange. (Source: HELP YOUR TEENAGER BEAT AN EATING DISORDER by James Lock, MD,
Ph.D. and Daniel Le Grange, Ph.D., p.132-33)
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35% - 40% of dieters will develop an eating disorder.
•
Eating disorders are increasing among diverse ethnic and sociocultural communities, despite the erroneous
beliefs that this only affects Caucasian teens.
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Between 30% to 50% of those in treatment for obesity may be struggling with ANY of the eating disorders,
including binge eating disorder or restrictive disorders. (Source: Binge Eating Disorder Association)
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Dieting and exercise are NOT the best treatment interventions for those with eating disorders, including
binge eating disorder. (Source: Craig Johnson, Ph.D., FAED, CEDS, Clinical Director, Eating Recovery Center). Effective
treatment for Binge Eating Disorder is similar to Bulimia.
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Other Resources
GUIDE TO FINDING AN EATING DISORDERS SPECIALIST, by Laura Lees, Psy.D., CEDS
Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder and EDNOS / OSFED often require treatment by a
team of providers, including a licensed psychotherapist, nutritionist, physician and
psychiatrist.
These are questions you can ask a therapist to determine if each are an eating disorder
specialist:
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Have you had specialized training specifically in eating disorders? What kind of training?
How Long?
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Have you ever trained or worked in a hospital eating disorders program? Where? How
Long?
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Do you have any credentials showing you are an eating disorder specialist? What are
they? Through what certifying organization? (note: CEDS and FAED are highest regarded
credentials)
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Do you currently have a supervisor who is an eating disorders specialist? Who is it?
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What professional eating disorder associations are you a member of? NOTE: The major
associations are: Academy for Eating Disorders (AED), International Association of Eating
Disorder Professionals (IAEDP) and National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA)
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What eating disorder journals do you read? NOTE: The major journals and newsletters
are: International Journal of Eating Disorders, Journal of the Treatment and Prevention of
Eating Disorders, Renfrew Perspectives, IAEDP Connections, Eating Disorders Review,
Health At Every Size
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What continuing education have you received or taught on eating disorders in the past
two years? NOTE: Therapists should attend seminars or conventions or engage in selfstudy for continuing education credits to continue their professional development on a
regular basis.
If a provider has no formal eating disorders training, hospital experience or supervisor, it
would be advisable to find a specialist with appropriate qualifications to help you. If you
have questions, please contact us.
LEGAL SUPPORT and ERISA / INSURANCE EXPERT:
• Kantor & Kantor Law – Lisa Kantor fights insurance for families www.kantorlaw.net
SUPPORT AND INFORMATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
• AED – Academy for Eating Disorders – www.aedweb.org
• IAEDP – International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals – www.iaedp.com
• MENTAL FITNESS, INC. (Robyn Hussa Farrell, CEO) – www.MentalFitnessInc.org
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