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Eating Disorders in a Selfie World
Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT
Category: Clinical Division

Eating Disorders in a Selfie World

Tuesday May 10th, 2022

12:00pm – 1:00pm


Presented by:
Joanna Bronfman, LCSW, PsyD

Founder and Executive Clinical Director of Backcountry Wellness


Sponsored by:
Westchester Center for Psychological Education
&
Westchester County Psychological Association Clinical Division

 

Virtual Lecture
Held on Zoom


Tickets (includes access to 1 continuing education credit)

WCPA Members - $10     Non-members- $35

This comprehensive and most enlightening presentation will not only debunk common myths about Eating disorders but will discuss the prevalence and media influence on Eating Disorders in our culture. Participants will come to understand the various eating disorders, signs and symptoms and what to look out for in their practices. Understanding the etiology as well as the familial, biological, and  social influences will be at the forefront of this presentation. Treatment options, strategies for healing and helping will be discussed as well.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify Eating Disorders in Clinical Practice as well as the impact the internet is having on the maintenance of an Eating Disorder.  How does it present itself? (Criteria and signs)

 2. Identify Media Perception and Dieting Statistics.

 3. Identify causes of an Eating Disorder: "The Perfect Storm."

 4. Identify the psychological implications of Eating Disorders from Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID to ED-NOS using evidenced based methods of intervention.

5. Learn how to promote self worth vs. self image in clinical practice.


Brief Bio:
Dr. Joanna Bronfman is a thought leader in the field of eating disorder treatment. She holds a doctoral degree in psychology (Psy.D), a master’s degree in social work (MSW) and a master’s degree in education (MS). As a pioneer in the field of eating disorders, Dr. Bronfman lectures at major academic institutions such as Yale University and the University of Connecticut. She’s also a sought-after guest speaker, having accepted invitations to share her knowledge at The Nantucket Project and school districts nationally.

Register Here

Zoom links will be sent to registrants the day before the presentation, the morning of the presentation, 2 hours before the presentation starts, and again 10 minutes before the presentation begins.

Cancellation policy: A full refund will be given if cancellation is made 3 business days before the presentation.

The Westchester Center for Psychological Education is approved by the American Psychological Association and New York State Education Department to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Westchester Center for Psychological Education maintains responsibility for this program and its content.