An eating disorder is a serious mental health condition contributed to both by environmental and genetic factors. It effects around 4% of the population and symptoms among Australians are on the rise. Eating disorders include: Anorexia Nervosa Bulimia Nervosa Binge eating disorder Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) Other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED) …
Written by Pascale Flematti APD Dieting is often promoted as a means to health and happiness. However, the science tells us that dieting can actually be more like a wolf in sheep’s clothing (think: “wellness culture”). The reality of dieting is it often leads us into a vicious cycle that can be hard to break. …
There is a tree that takes 5 to 10 years to flower, yet, it still needs watering, feeding and taken care of, its roots growing and absorbing nourishment underground over the years until ready. Sometimes we don’t immediately see the efforts of our hard work in treatment. The time spent at our psychologists office or …
Weight stigma refers to the discrimination towards individuals due to their body shape and size. Weight stigma is rife in the health care system, with health care professionals attached to outdated beliefs that weight is an indicator of health. Often we will be weighed in a GP office before (if ever) we are asked whether …
What is it? Meal support from a Dietitian and Psychologist within a small group setting in our little hub at Leichhardt. Due to COVID-19 our groups are now run in two smaller sessions to maximise client safety. Morning tea group: 10-11.30am Lunch group: 12-1.30pm What to expect from groups: To practice preparing and eating a …
Eating disorders require a multidisciplinary approach to treatment. Here are the main players in the team and the rationale behind their involvement to help you understand who you may need on your side and why: Dietitian Assess intake for nutritional adequacy Improve diet quality Provide practical advice around food and eating patterns Meal plan prescription …
