Issues of interest for treatment professionals.

 

The Medical Care Standards Task Force of the Academy for Eating Disorders has developed this tool for early detection and medical risk management of eating disorders in children, adolescents and adults. Visit this page, read more and find two versions of the new tool--a booklet form as well as a poster version. 

Anorexia, Bulimia, & Binge Eating Disorder: What is an Eating Disorder?
Eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder include extreme emotions, attitudes, and behaviors surrounding weight and food issues.

Assisting Physicians in Eating Disorders Prevention
As health professionals, physicians play an integral role in educating and assisting individuals who may be struggling with body image, eating, or weight concerns. We can help physicians to identify patients with eating disorders by providing resources and training to screen for early signs and symptoms.

Dental Complications of Eating Disorders: Information for Dental Practitioners
The frequent vomiting and nutritional deficiencies that often accompany eating disorders can have severe consequences on one’s oral health. Studies have found that up to 89% of bulimic patients show signs of tooth erosion.

Fifty Ways to Lose the "3Ds": Dieting, Drive for Thinness, and Body Dissatisfaction
Individuals involved with youth and adolescents, such as educators, parents, health professionals, and physicians can prevent the further development of issues and concerns regarding weight through their own actions and words of encouragement toward healthful eating practices and attitudes.

Incorporating Diversity in Your Prevention Efforts
Eating disorders affect people of every race, gender and age. When engaging in outreach efforts it is important to take into account the many different individuals and groups that you are trying to reach.

Pediatrician's Guide

The American Academy of Pediatrics has published this report. The Academy writes, "This clinical report includes a discussion of diagnostic criteria and outlines the initial evaluation of the patient with disordered eating. You can advocate for your loved one by providing this report to your family's pediatrician. 
 

Securing Eating Disorders Treatment: Ammunition for Arguments with Third Parties
Unfortunately, some patients and families frequently have to fight to get the appropriate and necessary treatment for eating disorders. Here are some arguments to use when trying to secure treatment from an insurance provider or another third party.

Dental Complications of Eating Disorders
It is often the pain and discomfort related to dental complications that first causes patients to consult with a health professional. Dental hygienist and dentists are often the first health professionals to observe signs and symptoms of disordered eating habits.

Screening for Eating Disorders by Primary Care Physicians
As a primary care provider, you could be the first person to recognize and offer assistance regarding a patient's eating and weight concerns. Please incorportate these questions into your patient interviews.

The Physician's Role in Eating Disorders Prevention
Physicians can play an important role not only in treatment but also in the prevention of eating disorders.

WHAT'S UP DOC
WHATS UP DOC is a helpful guide for physicians. Using this handy acronym you will be sure to cover a wide array of significant topics with you patients.

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