Calendar
But HOW do I eat? Practical Strategies from a Dietician
This series, facilitated through Eating Disorders Nova Scotia, is on nutritional aspects of Eating Disorder recovery and will be led by Nicole Otto, Registered Dietitian. Join us as we explore a specific topic each week that builds on content from the previous week. We’ll cover mechanical eating, meal planning, myths and barriers to regular eating... Read more >
WEBINAR RECORDING Autism&Eating Disorders AUST EDFA MEMBERS
A must-see webinar recording on autism in eating disorders, with: Tony Attwood @drtonyattwood Only viewable till 2 April, THEN IT'S GONE Who should know this stuff? a. obviously, parents of someone with ASD and ED b. all ED therapists c. ALL PARENTS WHO HELP OTHER PARENTS ON ED FORUMS I was gripped for the whole... Read more >
Eating Disorders: Queer Perspectives on Recovery – EDNS
A Virtual Panel Discussion About this Event Eating Disorders are a social justice issue. Our society is cis-heteropatriarchal, ableist, racist, and classist — and, unfortunately, the landscape of eating disorder support and treatment reflect that. Although much more research is needed, emerging evidence shows that eating disorders disproportionately impact people who are marginalized and oppressed,... Read more >
Youth Mental Health Training Course for Families
To register, please complete this form: at Youth Mental Health Canada
Eva Musby: WORKSHOP: communication skills to support your child and be more effective
Why this workshop? Treatment for our children is tough, at a time when the eating disorder puts them in a highly distressed state. While previously, we parents did a perfectly fine job and had happy, loving children, suddenly we need to skill up. Without new skills, our homes become war zones, or we're constantly walking... Read more >
Change Creates Change Eating Disorder Care -First Do No Harm- Upcoming Webinar for Parents & Carers
We are hosting our monthly webinar for parents and carers called FIRST, DO NO HARM. In this free webinar Jillian will teach you how to detect if your child has an eating disorder, walk you through the next steps you need to take and help you problem solve through some of the obstacles in your... Read more >
Let’s Talk About Fat
online eventAn Introduction and Alternative Perspective to Thinking About Fatness About this event What's your relationship with fat? Is being fat a choice? In what ways is our culture fat-phobic? How can we move away from shame and towards radical self acceptance? Join Social Worker and researcher, Amanda Hollahan, for a workshop that will include alternative... Read more >
I think My Child Might Have an Eating Disorder – Info Session
online workshopPresented by EDNS: Eating Disorders, including Binge Eating Disorder, Anorexia, Bulimia and Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder often start in adolescence. If you're concerned about your child or teenager, this info session is for you. We will be joined by experts from the IWK and NS Health Authority to learn about: Common warning signs The... Read more >
Eating Disorder Recovery Summit
online eventEating Disorders Recovery Summit Presented by Eating Disorders Nova Scotia. About this event Recovery Is Possible. Join Eating Disorders Nova Scotia and listen to inspiring stories from people who have experienced an eating disorder and see how they navigated or navigate through their own recovery. We will be having four incredible panelists from diverse backgrounds... Read more >
Online EFFT(Emotion Focused Family Treatment) Caregiver Workshops
This 90 min webinar is a pared-down version of the 2-day caregiver workshop. Kind of like the highlight reel featuring some of our favorite parts. Come and join Sue Huff (family peer support worker) and Natasha Files, RSW (co-director of Mental Health Foundations), as they provide a framework and specific skills to support your loved... Read more >
