Keynote:
An Integrated Approach to Eating Disorders and Obesity: Prevention Why and How Should we be
trying to integrate efforts to prevent obesity and eating disorders? Does research provide support for integrated efforts? Health care providers,parents, and educators can help
youth have both a healthy body and a positive body image.
Dianne Neumark-Sztainer, PhD, MPH, RD-- University of Minnesota
SESSION 1
The Changing Face of Males with Eating Disorders Exploring trendsand patterns of males who presented to a residential treatment program for eating disorders. A study and evaluation
of changing patterns of co-morbid symptoms along with trends in the progression of ED symptoms at admission.
Ted Weltzin, MD--Rogers Memorial Hospital
Mental Health Issues in Public Schools and Beyond - Basic Rights and Strategies
Session will provide an overview of disability protection for students with eating disorders and
related concerns in public schools and transition to college under section 504 and the ADA.
Matt Cohen, JD--Monahan & Cohen
Body Size Acceptance-Regardless of Media/Cultural/Clinician Emphasis
Discussion on recognizing our own belief system and how this influences interaction with the patient, or doctor in a therapeutic setting.
Denise Styer,PsyD--Alexian Brothers Behavior Health Hospital.
Body Image & Eating Anxiety: Myths and Truths
Gain skills to accept different body types, overcome eating anxiety and learn strategies recommended for recovery. Confronting society’s perception that thin equals health and happiness.
Maria Rago, PhD--Author of Shut Up Skinny Bitches!, Rago & Associates
See Attached PDF for Session 2 & Session 3 Content