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Eating Disorders & SCHOOL Counseling

Eating Disorders & SCHOOL Counseling. Erin J. Corcoran Counseling 511. Introduction Video. Why learn about eating disorders?. Eating disorders are prevalent among our entire society today. Eating disorders can manifest in many different ways among many different people.

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Eating Disorders & SCHOOL Counseling

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  1. Eating Disorders& SCHOOL Counseling Erin J. Corcoran Counseling 511

  2. Introduction Video

  3. Why learn about eating disorders? • Eating disorders are prevalent among our entire society today. • Eating disorders can manifest in many different ways among many different people. • Common among adolescents struggling with self esteem and body image issues • Schools should be knowledgeable of this deadly disease and be a source of support and referral for our young students.

  4. Type of Research • Internet used to find sources • Most sites were professional or commercial • No government or school sites found in research thus far

  5. Overall Rating of Sites

  6. Scoring Categories • There is a wide range in overall ratings in each site that can be see in previous graph • Categories are • Scope of the information • Ease of the use of the website • Quality of website • Value of External Links • Overall rating

  7. Site Category Scores • A breakdown of the site category scores can be seen in this chart below.

  8. Research organized Internet Research has been organized into an Internet Address Book.

  9. Audience Types • Counselors, Student, Teachers or Administration. • Most of the websites seemed to be directed to the student (the one suffering from the disease) • Almost all sites had information or links that would be beneficial to someone (school or family) researching in order to help the one suffering

  10. Recommended sites The Remuda Ranch • Offers links for a wide variety of audiences. • There is a “professional” link that is updated regularly to offer information on different educational events and opportunities

  11. Recommended SitesContinued • Something-Fishy • Offers an incredible amount of information • A person could obtain an extensive understanding of eating disorders, many different places to refer a person, to signs and causes

  12. Virtual Tour Click here for a virtual tour of the site Something-Fishy and learn about the beneficial aspects of the site.

  13. Recommended SitesContinued • F.E.A.S.T. • Empowered and Supporting Treatment of Eating Disorders • This website offers information geared towards the families of individuals who are suffering • Offers information regarding eating disorders, links to find different media sources, conferences and events, different approaches in treating the disease among other types of resources

  14. Recommended SitesContinued • Rader Programs offers an extensive amount of information that can be very beneficial for an individual suffering from the disease. • There are sections that go into great detail covering the problems, the solutions, significant others, and other issues. • These categories offer an incredible scope of information. Whether you’re a counselor, a student, or a family member, the site will surely be beneficial to your research

  15. Recommended SitesContinued • There is a referral website for eating disorders that acts as a referral to necessary doctors, therapists, etc. for those who are suffering. • This website offers information on the different eating disorders, medical advice (with a disclaimer that it should not replace a doctor’s expertise), as well as information on eating disorders among males. • Although this site offers sufficient information for individuals who are suffering, it seems to be most geared for those who are affected by someone who is suffering. • The site is a good source to seek professional help.

  16. Recommended SitesContinued • The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals is a website that is its name. • It has great information and links to information but is geared more to the professional who is working with the disorder. • This website would be perfect for administration and counselors who are seeking new curriculum for their staff.

  17. Recommended SitesContinued • Joanna Poppink, MTF, is a psychotherapist that specializes in treating individuals who suffer from eating disorders and those who know someone who is suffering. • This site seems beneficial because it is much more personalized than other sites. Joanna creates an atmosphere within her site that is safe and informative.

  18. Recommended SitesContinued • ANAD is an organization that was developed in 1976 by a mom of a daughter who suffered from anorexia nervosa. • She developed this organization due to the lack of sources and support with eating disorders in the 70’s. • This organization is the oldest in the nation • It offers information, resources, and hotlines for those who are suffering and those who are affected by one who is suffering. • Due to this organization being developed by a mother, it has a more personal genuine atmosphere than some of the other professional sites.

  19. Recommended SitesContinued • Caring Online is a site that has a smaller scope of information but is a good site for those suffering from the disease. • An excellent aspect of this site is the discussion/blog section. • This offers great support for those suffering to reach out to others for advice or support and keep their anonymity if they please. • This is most likely also beneficial for individuals seeking help for someone they know who is suffering.

  20. Recommended SitesContinued • Freedom from Eating Disorders is a site that seems to focus on the recovery and the spirit of the individual suffering and those around them. • It focuses on expressive therapy with poems, lyrics to songs, etc. • The site offers nice resources for those who are recovering including personal stories. • There is also a section of the website dedicated to friends and family and how they can help in the recovery process.

  21. Internet Excerpts • I developed an Internet Excerptfile for review on all sites that I have researched thus far • This will assist in the navigation of all the sites I reviewed • You can also review a narrative of what I have researched here.

  22. For more Information I will continue my research on this topic. With more research and training, I think that is very possible for schools to become more involved and possibly be a part of prevention for our students. As I continue my research, I will be regularly updating my website. Please feel free to continue checking it for its updates.

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