Eating Disorder Awareness Diploma

Across the world, health groups are continually pushing for greater awareness of eating disorders. Unfortunately, research also suggests that the prevalence of common eating disorders is at an all-time high. Despite affecting the lives of millions of people of all ages, eating disorders were only recently recognized as genuine illnesses. For those affected, it can be an incredibly difficult reality to accept. Gaining the courage to seek help can be an even bigger challenge. Nevertheless, those who know and understand eating orders at an advanced level are right now changing lives for the better, all over the world. Anyone looking to get ahead in the field of diet and nutrition cannot afford to overlook eating disorders and their catastrophic health implications.

This important tutorial has been designed for anyone looking to gain a better understanding of the causes, effects and potential treatments for common eating disorders. Explore some of the reasons why eating disorders manifest in the first place, along with effective preventative measures. Study anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder and more. Learn how dieticians and nutritionists are having a positive impact on the lives of so many people battling eating disorders worldwide.

This Eating Disorder Understanding and Awareness Course will help learners to develop their skills in how to effectively understanding the different types of eating disorders one could face. Covering aspects of bulimia nervosa to treating eating disorders this course aims to boost learning understanding of the topic. Whether you currently work in the counseling field, are wanting to work in this area of work, run your own business or simply want to gain a new skills this course is perfect course covers a wide array of information and relevant facts; upon the completion of which you will have a thorough understanding of all there is to know about eating disorders and how to deal with it if you are suffering from one, and if you are a coach or therapist, how you can assist a client.

The Eating Disorder Awareness Diploma Course provides students with complete insight into what eating disorders are. The focus is on the concept of body shaming, body image, and how a negative body image can lead to eating disorders. It covers the myths and facts surrounding the topic and provide you the truth behind these myths.

You will learn the causes of eating disorders listed below in detail, giving you a greater understanding of the ‘whys’ and ‘hows’ that an eating disorder may present itself. Highlighting that sufferers usually being afflicted with 2 or more of these contributors:

• Genetic reasons

• Personality traits

• Biological factors

• Social factors

• Significant life events

You will discover the differences between each of these eating disorders:

• Anorexia Nervosa

• Bulimia Nervosa

With students understanding why and how eating disorders present themselves and what each type is, the course moves onto treatments. Here methods and tips on how to counter the illnesses are listed and guidelines are provided on how to deal with a professional, in case you decide to seek help from a general practitioner.

Eating disorders manifest subtly and are not easy to spot, most of the time the person suffering is unable to identify an eating disorder themselves. The course provides information on how to spot a person who is suffering and how you can help them. This course will also give you skills and tips on how to start a conversation with someone who you are worried about and the know-how to decide when and where to signpost to support services.

This course is for anyone who wishes to gain an understanding of eating disorders, including:

• Education staff including headteachers and governors
• Parents and other family members
• Care workers and managers
• Social workers and managers
• Health staff
• Professional organizations

There are no entry requirements. No background training or qualifications are required. Anyone can enroll at any time, beginners, intermediates and experienced all year round.

• Eating Disorder Counselors
• Eating Disorder Specialist

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Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included