Description
Feeding and eating difficulties are very common in autistic children and adolescents, with estimates ranging from 46 – 89%. This online workshop will summarise the literature regarding fussy eating and eating disorders in young people on the autism spectrum, overview assessment of these issues, and review the evidence–based interventions. Interventions for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) in older children and adolescents will form the major focus.This event will cover:
- Overview assessment of eating disorders
- Review the evidence–based interventions
- Interventions for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
- Case-studies and interactive activities
- Demonstration of key interventions
- Q&A
Trainers
- Dr. Claire Burton (Clinical Psychologist) — Mindful
Eligibility criteria
Categories:
Capability 9 - Delivering holistic and collaborative assessment and care planning,
Working with infants, children, and younger persons
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Medical,
Nursing,
Other
Levels:
Introductory
Lifespans:
Child,
Adolescent
09:00 to 13:30 Add to calendar
Online
Subsidised rate of $65 for Victorian CYMHS/CAMHS/ICYMHS, Orygen clinicians, Take Two, Headspace, ACCHO/ACCHS, PMAACC Partner (with email approval), Public Assessment Teams and Childrens' Health & Wellbeing Local (Brimbank-Melton/Loddon-Bendigo/Southern-Monash)
