Eating Disorders Research Update ½ Day Workshop

WAEDOCS

About this event

This collaborative workshop will include information on: Changes that have occurred over the past 20 years in the eating disorder field including cutting edge research regarding: 

• Genetic and neurobiological underpinnings
• Greater appreciation as to the effects of starvation on the brain
• Developing knowledge related to neurodiversity, gender diversity and body diversity
• The importance of listening to the voices of those with a lived experience
• The changing face of eating disorder treatment including trauma informed practice
• Eating disorders and co-occurring mental health condition
• Current evidenced based treatments in terms of relevance and how they might expand to encompass developments in the field

The workshop will include group discussion, reflection, and feedback to explore the important differences between therapist “drift” and intentional, thoughtful divergence from treatment manuals to navigate the shifting tides of knowledge in our field. 

Date: 8th April 2025
Time: 09:00 – 13:00 AWST – check time difference if attending outside WA
Location: In Person – 516 Hay Street Subiaco, WA 6008 OR
Online – via Microsoft Teams OR
Recording – available 2 weeks post workshop

Cost: Free for WA clinicians | $90 (inc GST) clinicians outside WA 
Register at TryBooking: https://www.trybooking.com/CYCCZ

Registrations Close: 25th March 2025 at 5pm