Understanding Eating Disorders: What Parents/Caregivers Need to Know
What should parents, caregivers, and educators know about disordered eating and eating disorders?
Eating disorders are serious conditions that impact one’s physical, psychological and emotional well-being, particularly in children and adolescents. Common eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder.
We welcome Kelly Bhatnagar, PhD, FAED, clinical psychologist and co-founder of the Center for Emotional Wellness (Cleveland, Ohio). She is a renowned specialist in the scientific study and treatment of eating disorders and related psychological conditions.
In this webinar, Dr. Bhatnagar will address the following topics:
- Eating Disorders vs. Disordered Eating
- Stigma and Common ED Misconceptions
- Body Image
- How Body Image Impacts Eating
- Practical Tips for Protecting our Kids
- What To Do If You Notice "Red Flags"
- The Importance of Youth Achieving B.A.L.A.N.C.E.
Parents/caregivers, students, educators, health professionals, and community members welcome! Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available. Free admission.
This webinar is presented by The Parent Venture, a partner of MI Parent Edge.
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