Full of Beans
Eating Disorder Awareness Workshops
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The rate of potential eating problems in 2023 was 12.3% among children aged 11 to 16 years.
This statistic highlights the urgent need for increased awareness and skills to support children and young people in managing their relationship with food and body image.
Our workshops cover:
Identifying the signs and symptoms of eating disorders.
Understanding the different types of eating disorders.
Strategies to prevent the escalation of an eating disorder.
Creating a body-positive environment that encourages open discussion about food and body image.
Initiating conversations about eating disorders and providing appropriate advice and support.
Supporting someone with an eating disorder can be challenging. However, through our training, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to effectively address these issues and support those in your care.
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Recognising eating disorders in patients is crucial for providing holistic healthcare. Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that require a unique approach to treatment.
Our workshops for healthcare professionals include:
Identifying the signs and symptoms of eating disorders.
Understanding the different types of eating disorders.
Strategies to prevent the escalation of an eating disorder.
Understanding the physical and psychological consequences of eating disorders.
Approaching conversations about eating disorders with sensitivity and providing appropriate advice and support.
Treating someone with an eating disorder presents unique challenges. Our training equips healthcare professionals with the specialized knowledge and techniques necessary to effectively address these conditions and offer the best support to patients.
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It’s estimated that disordered eating affects 62% of female athletes and 33% of male athletes. With the rise of eating disorders and disordered eating, coaches and personal trainers are in a unique position to notice changes in an individual's eating and exercise habits, as well as how they feel about their body.
Our workshops for personal trainers and coaches includes:
Identifying the signs and symptoms of eating disorders.
Understanding the different types of eating disorders.
Recognising how dieting behaviours can be a risk factor for developing eating disorders.
Understanding the physical and psychological consequences of eating disorders.
Approaching conversations about eating disorders with sensitivity and providing appropriate advice and support.
As a personal trainer, you spend a significant amount of time with clients and understand their patterns of behaviour. This puts you in an excellent position to spot the early signs of an eating disorder. Our training equips you with the knowledge and techniques necessary to effectively address these issues and holistically support your clients.
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Employers have a responsibility to support their employees' mental health. Creating an environment where employees feel open to sharing their struggles is crucial, but knowing how to navigate these conversations is even more important.
Our workshops for the workplace include:
Identifying the signs and symptoms of eating disorders.
Understanding the different types of eating disorders.
Creating a supportive environment and reducing conversations around dieting.
Understanding the physical and psychological consequences of eating disorders.
Approaching conversations about eating disorders with sensitivity and providing appropriate advice and support.
As an employer, you play a crucial role in supporting your employees' well-being. Our training helps you create a supportive work environment where employees feel safe discussing their struggles. You will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize early signs of eating disorders and provide the right support to those who may be affected.
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Understanding the link between eating disorders and neurodiversity is crucial for anyone interested in mental health. Ongoing research sheds light on this connection, emphasizing the need for specialized training to navigate these complex issues effectively.
Key components of this workshop include:
Exploring the relationship between eating disorders and neurodiversity.
Identifying the signs and symptoms of eating disorders, particularly in neurodiverse individuals.
Navigating behaviours that may overlap between eating disorders and neurodiversity.
Creating supportive environments that accommodate the needs of neurodiverse individuals.
Approaching discussions about eating disorders with sensitivity, considering the unique perspectives of neurodiverse individuals.
Whether you're a healthcare professional, educator, caregiver, or simply someone passionate about mental health, our training equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize early signs of eating disorders in neurodiverse individuals and provide appropriate support.
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Full of Beans was started in 2021, with a mission to break down eating disorder stigma and raise awareness to support those affected by eating disorders.
Full of Beans offers weekly podcasts providing inspiring chats with a diverse range of guests, from those with lived experiences to researchers and clinicians in the field. Along with the podcast, guest writers share their stories through the Full of Beans blog.
Han, the founder of Full of Beans, has her own journey with Atypical Anorexia and Body Dysmorphia, as well as research and clinical expertise in eating disorders. Together, these experiences provide insightful conversations with guests as we dive deep into stories and strategies for understanding and promoting recovery.
Eating disorders are crippling illnesses and this podcast aims to motivate you along your path of recovery, remind you that you are never alone in your journey, and that recovery is possible for all.