NEDA TOOLKIT for Educators
Table of Contents
I. The NEDA Educational Toolkits Story...................................................... 3
II. Eating Disorder Information...................................................................... 4
Frequently asked questions about eating disorders
5 Common myths about eating disorders
8 Eating disorder signs and symptoms specific to a school setting
12 Medical problems that can arise from specific eating disorders
14 Impact of eating disorders on cognitive ability and functioning in school 15
III. Strategies for Schools and Educators. ....................................................16
School strategies for assisting students with eating disorders
Sample Student Assistance Program information form
Guidance for schools on an education plan for a student in treatment
Why parent-school communications may be difficult
Tips for communicating with parents/guardians
Tips for school psychologists
Tips for school nurses
Tips and information for coaches
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28 Resources...................................................................................................30
Glossary Curriculum on healthy body image and eating disorders
Books Useful online resources for eating disorders
Websites to Beware of
References 31
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