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Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire EDE-Q
The Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (Fairburn & Beglin, 2008) is a standardised eating disorder self-report questionnaire. Completion of the EDE-Q is required for access to the Medicare Eating Disorders Care Plan. There are online or paper versions available.
DSM-5-TR Diagnotic Criteria for Eating Disorders
The DSM-5-TR contains diagnostic criteria for mental health disorders, to assist clinicians in effective assessment and diagnosis.
Consequences of Chewing and Spitting
This fact sheet discusses the psychological, physical, and social consequences of chewing and spitting.
Physical Complications of Self-Induced Vomiting
This resource outlines the physical complications of self-induced vomiting, including dental problems, oesophageal and throat damage, damage to hands nose and eyes, electrolyte disturbance, gastrointestinal issues, and certain effects on appearance.
Eating Disorder Care Plan (EDP)
The medical practitioner can use this template to complete the Eating Disorder Care Plan.
The Scoff Questionnaire
This is a simple 5 question screening tool that will quickly flag the need for a detailed eating disorder history if required.
The Essentials: Training Clinicians in Eating Disorders
Designed to meet the requirements of the NEDC competency framework for clinicians training in eating disorders, this course covers all the essential areas of basic training in the field of eating disorders.
Stages of Change
This fact sheet outlines the stages of behavioural change and how to best work with an individual in each stage.
Urge Surfing
This fact sheet describes a mindfulness technique called urge surfing, which helps with resisting engaging in eating disordered behaviours.
Guidelines for the Admission of Children and Young People with an Eating Disorder
Australian clinical practice guidelines for the admission of children and young people with eating disorders.
ARFID Fundamentals
Gain fundamental knowledge and skills in the area of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Designed by experienced clinicians in consultation with people with lived experience of ARFID, ARFID Fundamentals is a self-paced course to help participants to identify ARFID, provide a thorough assessment, be able to differentiate it from other feeding and eating disorders, and understand the emerging treatment options.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders: A Practice Based Introduction
Understand how to use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to effectively treat Eating Disorders with our comprehensive online learning course.
What Is ARFID?
This fact sheet describes the characteristics of Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), its signs, potential causes, and treatment options.
The Effects of Starvation
This fact sheet outlines starvation syndrome and its symptoms, Ancel Keys Semi Starvation study.
Eating Disorder Care Plan (EDP) Review
The medical practitioner can use this template to complete the Eating Disorder Care Plan Review at session 10, 20 and 30.
Health at Every Size (HAES)
This fact sheet outlines the Health at Every Size paradigm.
Using and Interpreting Growth Charts
This resource provides a guide on how to use and interpret growth charts, including instruction on Z scores, BMI charts, and %mBMI.
Physical Complications of Abuse of Laxatives, Diuretics, and Diet Pills
This resource describes the physical complications associated with the abuse of laxatives, diuretics and diet pills, including electrolyte disturbances, dehydration and oedema, gastrointestinal disturbances, organ and tissue damage and cardiovascular complications as well as psychological implications.
The Foundations of Eating Disorders
Gain an introductory understanding of eating disorders in this foundational introduction to eating disorders for medical practitioners, nurses, dietitians, psychologists, and other allied health professionals.
Snack Ideas
This fact sheet suggests snacks recommended by a dietician.
Strategies for Regular Eating
This fact sheet explores some strategies for regular eating.
Family Based Treatment (FBT) for Children & Adolescents with Anorexia Nervosa: The Basics
Gain a foundational understanding of the recommended first-line treatment for children and adolescents with Anorexia Nervosa and other eating disorders.
Community Training for Dietitians – The Essentials
Gain a comprehensive introduction to eating disorders specifically tailored for community dietitians.
Webinar: Supporting Neurodivergent Clients: Engagement, Communication, and Felt Safety in Eating Disorder Care (Part 1)
This is the first webinar in a two-part series building on the foundations introduced in Colleen Alford’s February 2026 webinar 'Neurodivergence and Eating Disorders', with a focus on translating theory into practical strategies for client work.
A Guide to Self Monitoring
Self-monitoring is a key feature of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for the treatment of eating disorders. It involves keeping a daily record of food and fluid intake, thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
The Management of Eating Disorders in the Community
Elevate your skills and resources as a community clinician working with individuals with eating disorders. This "starter pack" equips you with essential knowledge and tools to excel in your role.
eClinic
InsideOut's suite of free, evidence-based eTherapy programs and tools for eating disorders.
Webinar: Part 1: Foundations of Formulation
This is the first webinar in a two-part series on Formulation. This two-part webinar series on Formulation aims to further clinicians understanding of case conceptualisation, and give practical examples of how to use this knowledge in their work with people with eating disorders. The webinars are designed to be both complementary, and stand alone resources. This means that clinicians can choose to attend one or both webinars, depending on their preference.
The Binge Eating Disorder Screener-7 (BEDS-7)
The Binge Eating Disorder Screener-7 (BEDS-7; 2014) is a screening tool that has been designed to screen adults who may have BED.
Diabetes Eating Problem Survey- Revised (DEPS-R)
The Diabetes Eating Problem Survey – Revised (DEPS-R) is a screening tool that has been designed to screen adolescents and adults with type 1 diabetes who may have an eating disorder.
Physical Complications of Over-Exercise
This resource describes the physical complications associated with over-exercise, including cardiovascular damage, internal complications, bone damage and muscular injuries, reproductive complications and psychological complications.
Webinar - Part 1: Nutrition Formulation in Practice
This is the first webinar in a two-part series on Nutrition Formulation: Connection, Communication & Meaning. This 2-part webinar series builds on the Foundations of Formulation and Formulating in Practice webinars by exploring how a Dietitian, using a nutrition formulation lens can strengthen broader biopsychosocial formulations within multidisciplinary eating disorder care and enhance dietetic practice.
School Setting: Eating Disorders Handout for Parents and Caregivers
This fact sheet describes the signs and symptoms of eating disorders, where to get help, and guidelines on how to best support your child through an eating disorder.
Webinar: Adapting Eating Disorder Care for Neurodivergent Clients: Reflecting on Traditional Approaches (Part 2)
This is the second webinar in a two-part series that follows on from Dr Maud Achard's May 2026 webinar 'Part 1 'Supporting Neurodivergent Clients — Engagement, Communication, and Felt Safety in Eating Disorder Care'.
Family Based Treatment (FBT) for Children & Adolescents
This fact sheet outlines Family Based Treatment for Children & Adolescents with Anorexia Nervosa.
Webinar: GLP-1 Agonists and Eating Disorders. What to say when clients ask?
There’s a lot of hype around GLP-1 medications right now—and if you’re feeling confused, cautious, or just curious, you’re in good company. Health practitioners are struggling to keep up with the research and the messaging that consumers are facing and these conversations are ending up in therapy spaces. When we are supporting someone with or at risk of developing an eating disorder (ED) what do we say and do?
Pleasant and Distracting Activities
This fact sheet suggests some pleasant and distracting activities that may help with dealing with negative emotions.
Psychological Treatment Review Template
The psychological treatment provider can use this template for a report back to the medical practitioner prior to care plan reviews at or before session 10, 20 and 30.
Refeeding Syndrome
This fact sheet outlines refeeding syndrome in individuals with eating disorders.
Pharmacotherapy and Eating Disorders
This fact sheet outlines the use of medications in individuals with eating disorders.
MBS Eating Disorder Items
A summary of the 64 new MBS items for providers including item numbers.
Interpreting Biochemical Data In the Context of Eating Disorders
This resource outlines the potential reasons for pathology results in relation to disordered eating.
Eating Disorders Inpatient Management
Gain skills in managing individuals with eating disorders in a hospital setting through our practice-based online learning course. Divided into three courses—Foundations, Children & Adolescents, and Adults—you'll gain specialised knowledge for different age groups.
Psychological Treatment Initial Report Template
Initial report template for psychological treatment.
Nutrition Assessment Template: Eating Disorders
This template outlines the topic areas to assess for when conducting a nutrition assessment of someone with an eating disorder.
Meal Support in the Hospital Setting
This course is designed for health professionals in the inpatient setting, equipping them with the necessary skills to deliver meal support with excellence.
Webinar: Part 2: Formulating in Practice - Adolescents to Adults
This is the second webinar in a two-part series on Formulation. This two-part webinar series on Formulation aims to further clinicians understanding of case conceptualisation, and give practical examples of how to use this knowledge in their work with people with eating disorders. The webinars are designed to be both complementary, and stand alone resources. This means that clinicians can choose to attend one or both webinars, depending on their preference.
Dietetic Treatment Initial Report Template
The dietitian can use this template for a report back to the medical practitioner following initial 1-2 sessions
Types of Eating Disorders
This resource outlines 7 common eating disorders: anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder (BED), avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), PICA, rumination disorder, and other specified feeding and eating disorders (OSFED).
The Diet Cycle
This fact sheet outlines the diet cycle.
Evidence Based Practice Treatment Options
This fact sheet outlines the evidence based practice treatment options for individuals with eating disorders.
Severe and Enduring Anorexia Nervosa
This fact sheet provides you with an outline of severe and enduring Anorexia Nervosa.
Psychological Assessment Template
This template outlines the topic areas to assess for when conducting a psychological assessment of someone with an eating disorder.
Nutritional Assessment - ARFID
This information sheet can be used to help guide you in conducting a comprehensive nutrition assessment with an individual that has an eating disorder, or that you suspect may have an eating disorder.
Body Image in Children
This resource discusses body image in children, signs that children may be struggling with body image, and why it is important to promote healthy body image and how.
Medical Assessment Template
This template outlines the topic areas to assess for when conducting a medical assessment of someone with an eating disorder.
NSW Disordered Eating and Eating Disorders in Children, Adolescents, and Adults with Type 1 Diabetes Guideline
Providing a comprehensive, evidence-informed clinical guidance for the identification, prevention, assessment, and management of disordered eating and eating disorders in individuals with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) across the lifespan.
Eating Disorder Quality of Life EDQOL
This clinical assessment tool measures the quality of life in adolescents and adults with an eating disorder.
Physical & Psychological Effects of Anorexia Nervosa
This fact sheet outlines the physical and psychological effects of Anorexia Nervosa.
What are the Treatment Options?
This fact sheet outlines the recommended treatment options for Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder and OSFED. It also describes various types of treatments, such as the psychological therapies CBT and FBT.
The Role of a Speech Pathologist in ARFID
This resource describes the role of a speech pathologist in the medical treatment of ARFID. Speech pathologists can assist with swallowing skills, feeding/eating efficiency and oral motor/sensory skills.
Webinar: Applying REVIBE: Supporting Functional Dyspepsia and IBS in Eating Disorders
This webinar will provide an overview of evidence-based, multimodal strategies shown to improve Functional Dyspepsia symptoms.
Treatment Summary for Eating Disorders
This fact sheet outlines the recommended evidence based treatment for each eating disorder.
NSW Eating Disorders Toolkit: Inpatient Management of Children and Adolescents with Eating Disorders
A practice-Based Guide to the Inpatient management of Children and Adolescents with Eating Disorders
Webinar: Assessing and Managing Malnutrition in Adolescents with Restrictive Eating Disorders - Part 2 Case Studies
This is a follow up to the first webinar Kate àBeckett presented in December 2025 on Assessing and Managing Malnutrition in Adolescents with Restrictive Eating Disorders.
Eating Disorder Inpatient Management - Adult
Gain essential skills for managing adults with eating disorders in a hospital setting through our practice-based online learning course.
Break Binge Eating
Break Binge Eating is a website designed to aid people with (or at risk of) eating disorders.
Eating Disorders for General Practice Staff
A free online learning course for Practice Managers and Reception Staff in primary health GP settings. Gain a basic understanding of disordered eating and illness, learn more about people living with an eating disorder, their families and carers and the barriers they face seeking treatment. Gain the confidence to make small changes in your practice processes and environment that can make an enormous impact on your patient's wellbeing and recovery!
Healthy and Unhealthy Eating and Exercise Behaviours
A detailed list of healthy and unhealthy eating and exercise behaviours which may support in the identification of disordered eating or exercise.
EducatED
EducatED equips school staff with the necessary tools to identify and effectively manage young individuals with eating disorders in the school environment.
Webinar: Understanding and Responding to Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) in Children and Adolescents
Webinar: Understanding and Responding to Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) in Children and Adolescents presented by Dr Maugan Rimmer
ARFID and The Fight or Flight Response
This resource outlines the fight or flight response and how it can interact with ARFID.
Webinar: Assessing and Managing Malnutrition in Adolescents with Restrictive Eating Disorders
This webinar will provide an overview of the assessment and management of malnutrition in adolescents with restrictive eating disorders.
What Is Pica
Pica is a type of eating disorder that involves persistent eating of non-food substances/objects which have no nutrition. This fact sheet explains it's causes, signs and symptoms, and outlines treatment options.
Signs of a Positive vs Unhelpful Relationship with Eating and Exercise
Below is a detailed list of healthy and unhealthy eating and exercise behaviours which may support in the identification of disordered eating or exercise.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders
This fact sheet outlines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for individuals with eating disorders.
Physical Activity and Eating Disorders
Physical activity can play an important role in the recovery from an eating disorder but can also be an expression of eating disorder behaviour. This resource outlines how to tell if exercise is part of eating disorder behaviours, and how to safely incorporate exercise into eating disorder recovery.
Nutrition Basics
This foundational course, based on the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating, equips allied health professionals with the practical nutritional literacy to collaborate effectively in treatment teams and enhance client outcomes.
Constipation & Eating Disorders
This resource outlines constipation in individuals with eating disorders, its possible causes and potential treatment options.
GP Hub
A suite of digital tools developed by GPs, for GPs. Designed to save time, enhance workflow and support diagnosis, assessment and treatment of eating disorders.
Weight Graph
Weight graph template to track your clients weight progress
Guidelines for the Inpatient Management of Adult Eating Disorders in General Medical and Psychiatric Settings in NSW
This document is designed to be used by nurses, doctors, allied health and general health staff located in hospitals or wards without specialist eating disorder facilities, to guide in the assessment of eating disorders, indicators for admission, and management strategies.
Managing Challenging Eating Disorder Behaviours in an Inpatient Setting
The fact sheet outlines how to manage challenging eating disorder behaviours in an inpatient setting.
Involuntary Treatment and Eating Disorders
This fact sheet outlines involuntary treatment for eating disorders, and the situations where it may be employed.
Eating Disorders: Common Triggers
This resource outlines some common triggers that increase the likelihood of binge eating.
Eating Disorder Prevalence Among Transgender People
This fact sheet discusses the health concerns and prevalence of eating disorders amongst transgender individuals and potential treatment avenues.
Getting Help Early
This fact sheet discusses the importance of early intervention for individuals with disordered eating, and provides information on finding support.
Neurodivergence and Eating Disorders
Autism commonly co-occurs with eating disorders. Sensory sensitivities, need for routine, and differences in interoception and emotional processing can affect eating behaviours and increase distress during hospital admission. Individualised, predictable, and sensory-informed care can improve engagement and support nutritional recovery.
Why Do People Get Eating Disorders?
This fact sheet explores reasons that people may get eating disorders, which are complex illnesses, impacted by genetic, biological, psychological and socio-cultural factors.
MBS The Specialist Review
Outlining an MBS 'stepped model' for best practice care for eligible patients.
Podcast - Eating Disorders: Management in Primary Care
In this episode, Dr Krystyna de Lange is once again joined by Dr Karen Spielman and Dr Rachel Kalman, GPs with a special interest in eating disorders, for part two of this series on eating disorders. Their conversation centres on the ongoing management of patients with eating disorders in general practice.
Podcast - Eating Disorders: Screening and Assessment
In this episode, Dr Krystyna de Lange speaks with Dr Karen Spielman and Dr Rachel Kalman about the screening and assessment of eating disorders in general practice. This is the first episode of a two part series on eating disorders. Both Dr Spielman and Dr Kalman have a special interest in psychological medicine, specifically eating disorders and work with the Inside Out Institute for Eating Disorders.
Podcast - Eating disorders: Practical tips and tools for GPs
Experts: Dr Karen Spielman, GP Specialist, Pheobe Ho, Clinical Psychologist and Lived Experience Advocate Host: Dr Rebecca Overton, GP & Medical Educator Total time: 47 mins
Eating disorders across the female lifespan: Practical screening and management
Experts: Dr Rachel Kalman, GP Specialist and Clinical Research Officer, Dr Ashlea Hambleton, Clinical Psychologist and Research Officer Host: Dr Terri Foran, Sexual Health Physician Total time: 42 mins
Podcast - Body dysmorphic disorder in men, LGBTQI+ communities and athletes
Experts: Prof Susan Rossell, Professor of Eating Disorders, InsideOut Institute, Dr Karen Spielman, GP Specialist Host: A/Prof Ralph Audehm, GP & Medical Educator Total time: 42 mins
Podcast - Recognising eating disorders in higher-weight patients
Experts: Dr Rachel Kalman, GP Specialist and Clinical Research Officer, Dr Karen Spielman, GP Specialist Host: Dr David Lim, GP & Medical Educator Total time: 50 mins
Podcast - Eating disorders in Children and Teens
Experts: Dr Rachel Kalman, GP Specialist and Clinical Research Officer, Dr Karen Spielman, GP Specialist Host: A/Prof Ralph Audehm, GP & Medical Educator Total time: 38 mins
What Is Anorexia Nervosa?
This fact sheet describes the symptoms, causes, function and treatment options for Anorexia Nervosa.
What Is OSFED?
This fact sheet describes the symptoms, causes, function and treatment options for OSFED.
Weighing an Individual with an Eating Disorder
This fact sheet outlines what to be aware of if you decide to weigh an individual with an eating disorder.
Low Level Food Exposure Activities
This resource describes some low level food exposure activities to expose children, young-adults and adults to food and meal preparation with a focus on learning about the food and enjoying the experience.
What is Bulimia Nervosa?
This fact sheet describes the symptoms, causes, function and treatment options for Bulimia Nervosa.
The Eating Attitudes Test (EAT-26)
This is a screening questionnaire to assist in the assessment of individuals who may be at risk of having eating disorders.
Medical and Psychological Consequences of Eating Disorders
This resource discusses the potential medical and psychological consequences of eating disorder behaviours.
Eating Disorders & Excessive Exercise: A Guide for the Exercise & Active Health Industry
InsideOut Institute and AUSactive have developed the Guide for the Exercise & Active Health Industry to help professionals and businesses work safely and effectively with clients who may be at risk. Supported by health professionals, the recommendations are designed to promote health and safety, support early identification of risk, encourage appropriate referral pathways, and facilitate collaborative care within exercise and active health settings.
Psychosocial Assessment - ARFID
This resource outlines factors to consider in a psychosocial assessment of ARFID. This assessment should complement your standard psychosocial or mental health assessment.
Webinar: Assessment and Treatment of ARFID Using a Multi-Modal Approach
This webinar will explore the assessment and treatment process of ARFID through the use of case study examples.
Webinar: Eating Disorders & Perimenopause
The intersection of eating disorders (EDs) and perimenopause presents significant clinical challenges. Without understanding of this critical life stage, clinicians risk missing the recurrence or emergence of eating disorders in midlife women - particularly binge eating disorder - or failing to address the unique nutritional needs of this population within the context of ED treatment.
Eating Disorders and Older Populations
This fact sheet explores the complexities of eating disorders in older populations, co-morbidities, and specific treatment options.
Boys and Men
This resources discusses the prevalence and diagnosis of eating disorders in boys and men.
What are Gastrointestinal Disturbances in Eating Disorders?
This fact sheet outlines the impacts of common eating disorder behaviours on the gastrointestinal system.
Resources For Health Professionals
This document provides a listing of helpful resources for health professionals.
Managing Distress in Individuals with Eating Disorders
This fact sheet outlines the distress felt by individuals with eating disorders and provides some tips on how to help manage individuals distress.
Psychological Treatment End of Treatment Report Template
Template to report back to the medical practitioner following the completion of treatment under an Eating Disorder Care Plan.
The Continuum of Care for the Treatment of Eating Disorders
This fact sheet outlines the continuum of care treatment model for people with eating disorders.
Eating Disorder Inpatient Management: Children & Adolescents
Gain essential skills for managing children and adolescents with eating disorders in a hospital setting through our practice-based online learning course.
Webinar: When Eating Disorders Meet Motherhood - Recognition, Risks, and Responsive Care
This webinar focuses on eating disorders and subthreshold presentations in the perinatal population, the impacts on maternal and infant health, discusses barriers and strategies for screening and supporting affected individuals, presents an overview of current treatments for eating disorders and their relevance during the perinatal period.
Eating Disorder Examination EDE
This tool provides a measure of the range and severity of eating disorder features.
Physical and Psychological Effects of Binge Eating Disorder
This fact sheet outlines the physical and psychological effects of Binge Eating Disorder.
Webinar: Introduction to REVIBE: Managing Digestive Concerns in Eating Disorders
This webinar will introduce the REVIBE protocol—an evidence-informed, eating disorder-aware approach designed to manage DGBIs.
Webinar: Supporting Patients with Eating Disorders in Primary Care: Practical Tools for GPs
Presented by Dr Karen Spielman and Dr Rachel Kalman, this is a RACGP and ACRRM-accredited webinar designed to help GPs recognise, manage, and support patients with eating disorders in everyday practice. This webinar provides GPs with practical, evidence-based tools to support the early identification, management, and referral of patients with eating disorders. It offers clinical resources and guidance to help primary care teams deliver effective, patient-centred care in everyday practice.
Dietetic End of Treatment Report Template
The dietitian can use this template for a report back to the medical practitioner following the completion of treatment under the Eating Disorder Care Plan whether this occurs at or before 20 sessions.
Managing Severe Eating Disorders in the Community Under a CTO (Community Treatment Order)
A professional development webinar aimed at community mental health staff and clinicians who care for individuals with severe eating disorders outside of hospital settings.
Nutrition Management of Children and Adolescents with Eating Disorders in the Inpatient Setting
This new eLearning is specifically designed for Dietitians working with young people with an eating disorder in the inpatient space. In particular, it focuses on admission to a general medical paediatric ward when the young person is medically unstable.
Girls Percentile Charts
Percentile charts for girls to assess patterns of growth.
Anorexia Nervosa Stages of Change Questionnaire ANSOCQ
This clinical tool assess individual's readiness to recovery from Anorexia Nervosa.
School Setting: Referral Options
This factsheet outlines some of the pathways through which students can access expert treatment
What are Menstural Disturbances in Eating Disorders?
This fact sheet outlines amenorrhoea and its management in individuals with eating disorders.
Treatment Approaches: Enhancing Motivation to Change
If the person concludes that, after considering all of the perceived advantages and disadvantages of the eating disorder, that the status quo (i.e., the maintenance of the disorder) truly is in his/her best interests, several strategies can be used to challenge this conviction.
What is Rumination Disorder?
This fact sheet provides an overview of rumination disorder, its treatment options, signs and symptoms.
Webinar: Facing the Challenges and Unknowns Posed by GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Medications
In this webinar Dr Brown will provide an overview of how GLP-1RAs act in the brain to increase feeling of satiety as well as reduce hedonic aspects of eating behaviour such as craving. She will also cover what is known about the role of GLP-1 in stress and mood. Assoc/Prof Piya will then provide an overview of the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists medications in Type 2 diabetes and weight management. He will overview the clinical trial data to date and address factors clinicians should take into account when patients with an eating disorder seek guidance on GLP-1 RAs.
InsideOut Institute Screener 2018
The IOI-S is a brief, 6-item screening tool originally designed and validated for online use. It assesses for eating disorder risk and symptomatology using sensitive, non-confrontational language. There are online or paper versions available.
Webinar: Cutting-Edge Concepts in the Medical Management of Eating Disorders
Facilitated by Jennifer L. Guadiani, this webinar considers the medical management of patients with an eating disorder across various public health settings.
Conversation Guide for GPs
Here are some conversation tips to help ensure that the person presenting has a positive experience and your therapeutic alliance is strengthened
Webinar: Essential Counselling Principles for Dietitians Working in Eating Disorders
This webinar explores counselling principles essential for working within this clinical area.
Webinar: Oedema: General Overview in Eating Disorders
This webinar will provide a general overview of oedema as well as provide specific discussion on the significance, approach to, and management of oedema in patients with eating disorders.
School Setting: Young People and Dieting
This resource provides a guide to what normal eating looks like and discusses the risks of dieting.
‘Red Flags’: Decision Making and Communication for at-risk Clients in the Fitness Industry
Designed specifically for Personal Trainers, Gym and Group Fitness Instructors, Centre Managers, Physiotherapists, and other fitness professionals, this course provides an essential introduction to eating disorders, including screening, identification, and management within a fitness environment.
What is Normal and Natural Eating?
This fact sheet provides information on what natural eating is and makes suggestions for how to normalise eating patterns.
Webinar: Treating Eating and Body Image Issues via Telehealth
Webinar presented by Sarah McMahon from BodyMatters Australasia on delivering telehealth
Webinar: Metabolism and Eating Disorders
Our body’s Metabolism is poorly understood – especially when complicated with an eating disorder. Prof Caterson brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this topic. Clinicians working in a medical or mental health setting will benefit from a fuller understanding of the changes to metabolism with eating disorders and starvation to enable safe and effective care.
Medical Assessment – Eating Disorders including ARFID
This resource outlines key information in making a medical assessment of eating disorders (including ARFID).
School Setting: Confidentiality
This resource describes confidentiality in the school setting under law, and what it means to be a mandatory reporter.
Eating Disorder Risk and Preventative Factors
Understanding the range of risk factors and their potential contribution to onset of eating disorders is central to identifying at-risk groups and providing effective screening and prevention programs, as well as targeted treatment
Webinar: Severe and Enduring Anorexia Nervosa
This webinar discusses how to support patients with SE-AN to have the best outcomes both physically and psychologically.
Webinar: Type 1 Diabetes & Eating Disorders – How can I help? What are the treatment options available to support this vulnerable group.
This webinar summarises what is currently known about interventions for people with type 1 diabetes who are misusing insulin or have an eating disorder, as well as the aetiology of the behaviour, with a focus on narratives from people with a lived experience of diabetes and eating disorder, discuss prevention strategies and emerging treatments.
Nursing Care for Adults with Eating Disorders in Medical Inpatient and Emergency Department Settings
This document is intended to provide directions on the provision of nursing care for adults with eating when they are admitted to general wards or in the emergency department. People with eating disorders experience a complex interplay of both medical and psychiatric issues, which can also present against a background of trauma, interpersonal and relational issues and personality vulnerabilities. Therefore, close supervision and targeted management on the ward, which considers the unique challenges that this population face, is required to ensure patient safety (both physical and psychological) and resolution of medical problems. This document is intended to provide direction about supporting adults with eating disorders to reach medical stability safely and effectively. It is not intended to provide direction on specific medical or psychiatric treatment, as this should be decided by the individual’s current multidisciplinary treatment team in consultation with the individual, their family and/or carers as part of the development of a collaborative treatment plan.
Suicide and Self Harm in Individuals with Eating Disorders
This resource outlines suicide and self-harm in individuals with eating disorders, discussing the function of self-harm and best practice for risk assessment.
Clinical Supervision
This fact sheet outlines the role of clinical supervision, what to look for in a clinical supervisor and how to find a clinical supervisor.
Webinar: Eating Disorders in the Perinatal Period - Nourishing Minds and Bodies for Optimal Perinatal Outcomes for Parents and Infants
This webinar will focus on specific nutritional recommendations and considerations across the perinatal period, as well as information and considerations for managing pregnancy symptoms and safe weighing.
How to Provide Meal Support in an Inpatient Setting
This resource describes ways to support a patient undergoing meal support in an inpatient setting.
Type 1 Diabetes and Insulin Misuse
This resource discusses the relationship between Type 1 diabetes and eating disorder behaviours, discussing insulin misuse, why people with diabetes are more likely to develop eating disorders, the signs that individuals need more support with diabetes management, and where to find help for diabetes impacted eating disorder behaviours.
Webinar: Use of the Mental Health Act and Eating Disorders
This webinar considers the use of the Mental Health Act in eating disorders across various public health settings.
Webinar: Borderline Personality Disorder and Eating Disorders
This webinar considers people with comorbid personality disorder and eating disorders and discusses how care can be provided in both community and inpatient settings. Our discussion covers the clinical and practical challenges in navigating resource disparities and multi-professional working to ensure safe and effective care for patients and their carers.
Webinar: Body Weight - Unpacking Science and Stigma
This webinar will examine the science behind weight and health, critically evaluating the evidence base that challenges weight-centric assumptions.
Social Media and Eating Disorders
This resource discusses the impact of social media on eating disorders.
School Setting: Spotting an Eating Disorder
This resource provides a guide for spotting eating disorders in the school setting, with a focus on the physical and psychological signs of eating disorders, as well as behaviours exhibited inside and outside the classroom.
Incidental Activity and Fitness Monitoring
This resource outlines the different types of physical activity, and how these interact with eating disorder compulsions.
Treatment Settings: How is Treatment Delivered?
This fact sheet describes the settings in which treatment may be delivered, and which setting may be appropriate based upon the individuals circumstances and needs.
Webinar: Coercive Treatment in Eating Disorders: Use of the Mental Health Act and Guardianship
This webinar outlines coercive treatment options for individuals with eating disorders under both the Mental Health Act 2007 and the Guardianship Act 1987.
School Setting: Eating Disorders 101
This resource outlines 7 common eating disorders: anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder (BED), avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), PICA, rumination disorder, and other specified feeding and eating disorders (OSFED).
What Is Relapse?
This fact sheet outlines relapsing from an eating disorder.
Webinar: The Complex Relationship of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Eating Disorders – Supporting our Clients to Navigate Gestational Diabetes, Disordered Eating, and Intersecting Stigma
This webinar will explore the complex relationship of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Eating Disorders.
Families and Carers in Treatment
This fact sheet outlines how to work with families and carers in treatment.
Webinar: Moving Forwards: Understanding Exercise and Eating Disorders
This webinar will explore how movement, including exercise, is influenced by eating disorders with a particular focus on the concept of maladaptive movement.
Top 10 Research & Translation Priorities for Australia
This resource outlines the top 10 research priorities for eating disorders in Australia.
Webinar: Detection of Eating Disorders in Type 1 Diabetes: The Role of New Diabetes Technology
This webinar discusses the roles of new diabetes technology in the detection of eating disorders in Type 1 diabetes.
Kiddie Sads Present & Lifetime Version K-SADS-PL
The K-SADS-PL obtains severity ratings of symptomology, and assesses current and lifetime history of psychiatric disorders.
School Setting: Myths and Misconceptions
This resource describes some common myths and misconceptions about eating disorders.
5 Misconceptions About Feeding In Children
This resource discusses 5 misconceptions about feeding in children
Physical and Psychological Effects of Bulimia Nervosa
This fact sheet outlines the physical and psychological effects of Bulimia Nervosa.
Webinar: Applying a Size Inclusive Approach in Clinical Practice
This webinar will focus on the practical application of size-inclusive approaches in healthcare settings.
Webinar: Medicare and Eating Disorders
This webinar outlines the recent changes to the Medicare Benefits schedule and how this relates to diagnosis, treatment and management of individuals with eating disorders.
Boys Percentile Charts
Percentile charts for boys to assess patterns of growth.
Who is at Risk in Sports/Exercise Environments?
This fact sheet discusses populations at an increased risk of an eating disorder in sports and exercise environments.
Eating Disorders: A Professional Resource for General Practitioners
A professional resource for general practitioners, developed by the National Eating Disorder Collaboration in 2021
School Setting: Talking to the Student
This resource provides tips for approaching a student who you are concerned has an eating disorder.
Webinar: Training More Than the Body - Mental Health and Eating Disorder Education for Fitness Professionals
Webinar hosted by Fitness First.
A Guide to Medical Care: Critical Points for Early Intervention & Medical Risk Management in the Care of Individuals with Eating Disorders
A guide to medical care for individuals with eating disorders, developed by the Academy for Eating Disorders in 2021
Webinar: Delivering Maudsley Family Based Treatment for eating disorders via telemedicine: Insights and Lessons Learned
In this one hour webinar Professor Daniel LeGrange will provide an overview of the use of FBT via telemedicine and highlight specific practice considerations and modifications that clinicians should consider.
Webinar: Providing Care in the Community for People with Eating Disorders – A Specialist Insight into Engagement and Treatment
A webinar facilitated by Dr. Jan Orman, addressing community care for people with eating disorders
Webinar: The Intersection of Eating Disorders & Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (MBS): Strengthening Client-Centred Care
This webinar covers screening for eating disorders in the context of bariatric surgery, after surgery, differentiating normative post-MBS eating behaviours from patterns that suggest emerging disordered eating, and considering collaborative strategies to ensure client safety, improve outcomes, and deliver best practice care.