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Eating Disorders

Delivery: eLearning Accreditation: This course is CPD certified.

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About this course

The aim of this course is to develop your knowledge and understanding of eating disorders.

This course begins by explaining what eating disorders are, and the prevalence of eating disorders in the UK. You will then learn who is most likely to be affected, what the causes of eating disorders are. You will then learn about the different types and diagnoses of eating disorders, including ARFID, anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder and OSFED.

You will also learn about the treatments commonly offered to individuals with the condition, and when the individual may need to go to hospital. Finally you will learn how best to support an individual with the disorder, including the importance of looking after yourself.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course learners should know and understand the following:

  • Know what eating disorders are.

  • Know the symptoms of eating disorders.

  • Understand the causes of eating disorders.

  • Know how eating disorders are treated.

  • Know how you can support an individual with an eating disorder.

Course Syllabus Includes

  • Definition of eating disorders
  • Prevalence
  • Symptoms
  • Who is at risk
  • Causes
  • Treatment and support
  • Types

    ARFID
    Anorexia
    Bulimia
    Binge eating disorder
    OSFED

  • How to support an individual

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