Autism and Eating Disorders Workshop
**This Beat Workshop took place on 3rd November 2022 **
Workshop delivered by Dr Rachel Bryant-Waugh and other experts to learn about, discuss and take away practical approaches related to autism and eating disorders.
This workshop will explore the intersection between autism and eating disorders, with an overview of the unique vulnerabilities and trajectories faced by those affected and the challenges faced in seeking and in providing treatment. Based on a series of short presentations and discussions on key areas of interest, all informed by lived experience and clinical expertise, the workshop is designed to be relevant to clinical professionals, academics, carers and other family members.
Click here to find out more about our programme and speakers!
Why attend?
This 4 hour virtual workshop is designed for healthcare professionals working with patients on a daily basis. We have an exciting and programme planned. Here's a snapshot of what's to come:
- Hear from and interact with leading experts in the field on insights gained from clinical practice and research.
- Hear from those with lived experience
- Opportunities to discuss and debate with others
- Recorded sessions so content can be accessed for up to a month after the event.
Who should attend?
- Healthcare professionals
- School or University staff - including wellbeing or pastoral staff
- Students - Psychology students, Clinical Doctorate Students PhD students or medical students
- Anyone who is caring for someone with an eating disorder - family members, partners, friends or guardians are welcome to attend but please note that the programme content and design is aimed towards healthcare professionals
All best endeavours will be made to present the programme as printed. However, the organisers (Beat) reserve the right to alter or cancel, without prior notice, any arrangements, timetables, plans or other items relating directly or indirectly to the workshop, for any cause beyond its reasonable control. The organisers are not liable for any loss or inconvenience caused as a result of such alteration.
The programme is designed to appeal both to people working professionally in a field related to eating disorders and to those caring for a loved one with an eating disorder. Due to the programme content and the debates which will ensue, the event content may not be suitable for someone currently suffering and could be significantly triggering for some.
Speakers are sent guidelines prior to the conference around sensitive presentation. The conference organisers (Beat) accepts no responsibility for the content of keynote, workshop sessions.
Cancellation policy
A refund of fees will be given less a 20% administration charge, provided that the Conference Administrative Secretariat receives notice of cancellation in writing to events@beateatingdisorders.org.uk on or before Monday 26th September 2022. After this date, no refunds will be given. Refunds will not be given for no-shows at the conference.
This event is CPD accredited
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