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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: 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.
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.
Girls Percentile Charts
Percentile charts for girls to assess patterns of growth.
What are Menstural Disturbances in Eating Disorders?
This fact sheet outlines amenorrhoea and its management in individuals with eating disorders.
What is Rumination Disorder?
This fact sheet provides an overview of rumination disorder, its treatment options, signs and symptoms.
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.
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
Medical Assessment – Eating Disorders including ARFID
This resource outlines key information in making a medical assessment of eating disorders (including ARFID).
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.
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.
Social Media and Eating Disorders
This resource discusses the impact of social media on eating disorders.
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.
What Is Relapse?
This fact sheet outlines relapsing from an eating disorder.
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.
Physical and Psychological Effects of Bulimia Nervosa
This fact sheet outlines the physical and psychological effects of Bulimia Nervosa.
Boys Percentile Charts
Percentile charts for boys to assess patterns of growth.
Eating Disorders: A Professional Resource for General Practitioners
A professional resource for general practitioners, developed by the National Eating Disorder Collaboration in 2021
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.