Category: News
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Weight Alone Is Not Enough in Eating Disorder Assessment
Weight is useful information, but it is not the whole assessment for a possible eating disorder. A current weight does not tell you how much someone has lost, how quickly that change occurred, what their eating and exercise patterns look like, or whether they are experiencing medical complications. Looking at current weight in isolation can…
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Meet EDPEN’s Clinical Advisory Committee and Advisory Board
EDPEN’s work is grounded in clinical education, collaboration, and practical resources for healthcare providers. Our Clinical Advisory Committee and Advisory Board bring additional expertise and perspective to our work. Clinical Advisory Committee The Clinical Advisory Committee includes professionals with backgrounds in eating disorder treatment, adolescent health, psychiatry, psychology, nutrition, and research. Rebecca DeHamer, MS, RD…
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The Importance of Eating Disorder Education in Crisis Intervention Training
A young person experiencing a behavioral health crisis may be first noticed by anyone who they spend time with, not just a specialist. It could be a teacher, coach, first responder, school counselors, therapists, parents, or other community members. These individuals all have the opportunity to recognize concerns early and help connect youth with appropriate…
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We Did It! EDPEN’s Inaugural Spring Training
EDPEN held its inaugural Spring Training at the University of Arizona, Tucson, and it was everything we hoped it would be. 115 providers from across the United States gathered for two days of immersive, interdisciplinary eating disorder education. Primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, dietitians, therapists, social workers, and recovery coaches came together to collaborate and…
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Why Eating Disorder Awareness Belongs at the Center of Adolescent Care
May is National Adolescent Health Month (NAHM). This month is an annual observance dedicated to supporting adolescents in leading healthy, fulfilling lives. NAHM highlights the interconnected domains of adolescent wellbeing: mental health, physical health, healthy relationships, and preventive care. At EDPEN, we see National Adolescent Health Month as an important moment to draw attention to…
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The Intersection of Eating Disorders and Suicide Risk in LGBTQIA+ College Students
Content note: This post discusses eating disorders and suicide risk in clinical terms. It is intended as an educational resource for healthcare providers. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. What the Research Shows Eating disorders and suicide risk are…