Resources

A NEDIC Bulletin discussing the inclusion of exercise in eating disorders treatment, guidelines, and risks of doing so.

A Bulletin by Margaret Notar, MSW, RSW, describing the use of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, an approach that uses acceptance and mindfulness processes, and commitment and behaviour change processes, to produce greater psychological flexibility.

This article by Madalyn Marcus, PhD, CPsych will explore what eating disorders are, how they may present in the workplace, and how workplaces may trigger eating-related concerns, and will offer tips for supporting those suffering from these concerns. Ultimately, the hope is that this article will help people create a safe space at work for preventing and addressing eating-related concerns.

A NEDIC Bulletin discussing eating disorders from an addictions perspective.

A NEDIC Bulletin discussing what bariatric surgery is and its relationship with eating disorders.

NEDIC's pamphlet discussing binge eating and binge eating disorder.

A video produced by Shire Pharma Canada discussing binge eating disorder, a complex, prevalent, and under-served mental health condition.

A NEDIC Bulletin discussing body dissatisfaction and eating disorders in transgender individuals.

An overview of Canadian research on eating disorders, prepared by the Ontario Community Outreach Program for Eating Disorders (2011) www.ocoped.ca and updated by the National Initiative for Eating Disorders (2017) www.nied.ca

For almost 20 years, Debbie Berlin-Romalis has facilitated support groups at Sheena’s Place, a non-residential, non-institutional centre for individuals, families, and friends affected by eating disorders. Through her clinical work and observations, Debbie has developed “trademarked concepts” that illustrate and highlight specific phenomena related to the social determinants of health and the onset and development of eating disorders.

A NEDIC Bulletin discussing coping strategies for the families, partners, and caregivers of individuals living with an eating disorder.

This article by Yurico Shu Ping Li aims to provide insights into the cultural and familial influences that play a role in the development of eating disorders and eating disturbances among East Asian and Southeast Asian populations in Asia and North America. It will also discuss considerations for psychotherapy for East and Southeast Asians living with eating disorders.

In this NEDIC Bulletin article that has been translated into Chinese (Simplified), Anita Federici, PhD, CPsych, FAED explains how DBT blends cognitive behavioural approaches with meditative practices and acceptance-based strategies, why it is a treatment modality that can be helpful for people with eating disorders, and which type of DBT to apply based on the nature of an individual's eating disorder.

In this NEDIC Bulletin article that has been translated into French, Anita Federici, PhD, CPsych, FAED explains how DBT blends cognitive behavioural approaches with meditative practices and acceptance-based strategies, why it is a treatment modality that can be helpful for people with eating disorders, and which type of DBT to apply based on the nature of an individual's eating disorder.

In this NEDIC Bulletin article that has been translated into Persian, Anita Federici, PhD, CPsych, FAED explains how DBT blends cognitive behavioural approaches with meditative practices and acceptance-based strategies, why it is a treatment modality that can be helpful for people with eating disorders, and which type of DBT to apply based on the nature of an individual's eating disorder.

In this NEDIC Bulletin article that has been translated into Punjabi, Anita Federici, PhD, CPsych, FAED explains how DBT blends cognitive behavioural approaches with meditative practices and acceptance-based strategies, why it is a treatment modality that can be helpful for people with eating disorders, and which type of DBT to apply based on the nature of an individual's eating disorder.

In this NEDIC Bulletin article that has been translated into Spanish, Anita Federici, PhD, CPsych, FAED explains how DBT blends cognitive behavioural approaches with meditative practices and acceptance-based strategies, why it is a treatment modality that can be helpful for people with eating disorders, and which type of DBT to apply based on the nature of an individual's eating disorder.

In this NEDIC Bulletin article, Anita Federici, PhD, CPsych, FAED explains how DBT blends cognitive behavioural approaches with meditative practices and acceptance-based strategies, why it is a treatment modality that can be helpful for people with eating disorders, and which type of DBT to apply based on the nature of an individual's eating disorder.

What is eating disorder recovery coaching? How is it helpful for individuals with eating disorders? Written by Sarah Rzemeniak, certified recovery coach, with Carolyn Costin, founder of the Carolyn Costin Institute™ Coach Training Program, this Bulletin article explains how recovery coaches support affected individuals in overcoming the day-to-day challenges of recovery. This article also sheds light on how one can become a recovery coach and suggests what to consider in choosing a recovery coach.

A NEDICBulletin considering the Standing Committee on the Status of Women's report entitled "Eating Disorders Among Girls and Women in Canada" one year following the report's issue.

Eating disorders are not a choice. They are not about vanity, weight or even food. Eating disorders are a serious mental health condition and may have serious health consequences.

The NEDIC team discusses myths, facts and false stereotypes surrounding eating disorders.

A resource prepared by NIED for Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2017, containing an overview of Canadian-centric facts and statistics about eating disorders.

Eating Disorders Review provides news and original articles on diagnosis and treatment of all eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, other specified feeding or eating disorders, and obesity. This is an external resource, and NEDIC is linking to it for informational purposes only.

Eating Disorders offers a multidisciplinary perspective on clinical issues and prevention research that considers the essential cultural, social, familial, and personal elements that not only foster eating-related problems, but also furnish clues that facilitate the most effective possible therapies and treatment approaches.This is an external resource, and NEDIC is linking to it for informational purposes only.

A NEDIC Bulletin discussing the "burden of disease" cost of eating disorders in Australia.

The complex and enduring nature of eating disorders and the associated experiences of shame and guilt are often seen as hurdles to treatment success. While psychological interventions are the first-line approach to treating eating disorders, their effectiveness is considered modest. In this issue of the NEDIC Bulletin, Rachel Hoi Laam Leung explores the potential power of using creative arts as an adjunct or alternative to traditional therapies for individuals impacted by eating disorders.

In this NEDIC Bulletin, Adele Lafrance, PhD and Joanne Dolhanty, PhD, discuss the potential of Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, which is rooted in a deep and unwavering belief in the healing power of families, to benefit people with eating disorders and their parents/carers.

The Professional Journal of beat, the leading UK charity for people with Eating Disorders and their families, European Eating Disorders Review is an international journal, publishing articles which review or report original research that has implications for the treatment and care of people with eating disorders, and articles which report innovations and experience in the clinical management of eating disorders. This is an external resource, and NEDIC is linking to it for informational purposes only.

In this issue, Carolyn Minnick, MSc, explores the intersection of food insecurity and eating disorders. She shares findings from research that she carried out with the objective of elucidating the relationship between food insecurity, eating disorder risk, and disordered eating symptoms, and discusses their implications.

Research has shown that some children experience loss-of-control (LOC) eating patterns that resemble but do not meet full criteria for binge eating disorder (BED). It is important to delineate the differences between pediatric BED (P-BE) and BED, because in youth, the size of the binge episode matters less than LOC and other behavioural and psychological symptoms. LOC eating in childhood predicts the development of P-BE, disordered eating attitudes, and depressive symptoms. Early identification and treatment of P-BE can prevent or mitigate negative outcomes and correlates. In this issue of the NEDIC Bulletin, Dr. Gina Dimitropoulos and Dr. Katharine L. Loeb discuss binge eating behaviour in young people, and highlight how parents/caregivers can foster a neutral to positive relationship with food and body for their children, thereby reducing triggers for binge eating.

A NEDIC Bulletin exploring the experience of fat women in therapy from a variety of perspectives. Cultural and psychotherapeutic prejudices against fat women are explored

A NEDIC Bulletin discussing eating disorders and body image for women in midlife.

A NEDIC Bulletin exploring the recovery process, focusing on the period after the initial tasks of recovery have begun and potential issues or roadblocks that may arise.

Research has found that 23.7% of individuals with digestive conditions display disordered eating. Therefore, prior to making recommendations for nutrition therapy, it is important for health care providers working with individuals with digestive conditions to screen for a history of disordered eating. It is risky for individuals affected with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) who have a history of disordered eating to attempt a restrictive therapeutic diet, such as the low-FODMAP diet. This Bulletin by Dr. Megan Riehl explains the role of psychological therapies in treating digestive conditions and highlights gut-directed hypnotherapy as an effective option for individuals with IBS.

A NEDIC Bulletin offering coping strategies for individuals who are living with eating disorders and their partners, families, and loved ones.

The NEDIC team discusses ways to support someone with an eating disorder.

Primary care providers play an essential role in the assessment and care of individuals with eating disorders. Developed in collaboration with Body Brave, this resource for primary care providers is a concise guide to supporting patients who present with eating disorder concerns.

International Journal of Eating Disorders (IJED) publishes rigorously evaluated, high-quality contributions to an international readership of health professionals, clinicians and scientists. This is an external resource, and NEDIC is linking to it for informational purposes only.

Maintained by the British Columbia-based Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre, this website houses a wealth of information and resources pertaining to the prevention and treatment of eating disorders. Website content includes facts about eating disorders, information about treatment, and links to guides and tools for individuals living with eating disorders, carers, educators, and health care providers.

A NEDIC Bulletin discussing the impact of eating disorders on the family, including siblings. As the family organizes around the affected individual, the entire family can be impacted. This family discusses the role of and impact on siblings.

A NEDIC Bulletin discussing the experience of males affected by eating disorders, including barriers to care, myths, and symptoms.

A NEDIC Bulletin discussing triggers in the context of eating disorder recovery, and offering strategies to predict and manage possible triggers.

A NEDIC Bulletin discussing the impact of eating disorders on the affected individual's partner, putting the stages of change into context along with roadblocks and experiences the partner may encounter.

A Bulletin discussing the experience of men with eating disorders, including body dissatisfaction, symptoms, sexuality, and treatment.

Developed in collaboration with Body Brave, this resource aims to provide dietitians a starting point for delivering effective nutrition care to individuals with eating disorders in community settings. The guidelines are grounded in treatment principles that have been shown to promote healing, including person-centred care, recovery-oriented practice, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction.

A NEDIC Bulletin exploring the role of stigma , either internalized or from health care providers, in the experience of bariatric patients.

Eating disorders are traditionally treated with nutritional rehabilitation and behavioural management/psychotherapy within a multimodal context (psychiatrists, psychologists, dietitians, social workers, etc.). However, patients often wonder: can medication help? In general, eating disorders have not been found to be as responsive to medication as other mental health disorders. There is limited evidence for the efficacy of medication in the treatment of eating disorders; however, it may be useful for the management of comorbid conditions, e.g., depression and anxiety. Written by Georgios Paslakis, MD, this Bulletin highlights current evidence for pharmacological options for the treatment of anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder.

Eating disorders (EDs) in women often manifest at an age that may coincide with the desire to have children. The presence of an ED, especially an active case, may be associated with unfavourable health outcomes for both mother/birthing parent and child. ED-associated behaviours may also be considered relevant to the development of EDs in children of mothers/birthing parents with EDs. It therefore appears important for healthcare providers to be able to create the space in which women wishing to become mothers/parents will feel comfortable to openly bring up their thoughts and feelings and receive adequate support. In this article, Dr. George Paslakis discusses considerations for caring for women/birthing parents experiencing binge-eating disorder in the perinatal period.

A NEDIC pamphlet providing information about risk factors, diagnoses, and signs and symptoms, along with tips for supporting someone affected with an eating disorder.

This screening tool can help you identify whether your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours relating to food, eating, and/or your body are consistent with symptoms of an eating disorder. It is not a diagnostic tool and not a substitute for a professional evaluation.

A NEDIC Bulletin explaining secretive eating and its relevance in working with individuals with binge-eating disorder.

In this Bulletin, Danielle Keenan-Miller, PhD, provides an overview of evidence-based treatment options for binge eating disorder and highlights that many affected individuals benefit from self-help approaches. Dr. Keenan-Miller also includes five tips for breaking the binge eating cycle.

In this issue of the NEDIC Bulletin, Emily Donahue, BA, reviews research examining suicidality among people with eating disorders; outlines best practices in treating co-occurring suicidality and eating disorders; and provides coping strategies that can be helpful for people who struggle with both an suicidality and an eating disorder.

Given the prevalence of binge eating both in community and clinical populations, a sound understanding of the underlying mechanisms that maintain binge eating behaviour is crucial for developing effective models and treatments. In this Bulletin, Amy Burton, PhD and Maree Abbott, PhD, present a new model for understanding binge eating that builds upon the existing literature, integrating the variables of core low self-esteem, difficulty with emotional regulation, negative affect, dietary restraint, and eating beliefs.

A NEDIC Bulletin examining the experience of Black women with eating disorders and offering an overview of research and gaps in research

How was your sleep last night? Did you fall asleep easily? Did you sleep through the night? Did you feel alert when your alarm went off? Take another moment to reflect on what you ate yesterday. Did you eat regularly? Were you satisfied? Did you nourish your body? How do you feel after a poor night’s sleep? What about after eating too little or too much? In this issue of the Bulletin, Abigail R. Cooper, MA, Eleanor McGlinchey, PhD, and Katharine L. Loeb, PhD, provide an overview of the research examining the relationship between sleep difficulties and eating disorders, as well as practical tips for improving sleep.

Voici la trousse d’outils pour la Semaine de sensibilisation aux troubles de l’alimentation (SSTA), qui vous est offerte par le Centre national d’information sur les troubles dus à la nutrition (CNITN), l’Initiative nationale pour les troubles de l’alimentation (INTA) et l’Association canadienne pour la santé mentale, bureau national.

JDRF Canada and NEDIC are pleased to present this webinar for healthcare professionals on type 1 diabetes (T1D), disordered eating, and eating disorders. This virtual event will discuss the clinical and mental health aspects of disordered eating in people living with T1D.

While people with eating disorders are notoriously secretive, warning signs can include anything from unhealthy attitudes towards food to abusing laxatives.