Eating Disorders Flashcards
Assist ED clients in achieving independence
Assisting them in developing skills for appropriate nutrition and food choices, and fostering self-care & emotional regulation
Handle impact of personality factors of ED clients
Establish healthy coping mechanisms that address any underlying personality factors that may contribute to ED patterns
Address impact of social media on ED clients
Raising awareness of harmful impacts if social media on body image and self-esteem, promoting healthy media habits
Assess progress/success in ED clients
Tracks behavior changes/improvements in physical and mental health, as well as evaluating client’s overall quality of life, relationships and functioning
Handle consequences of recurrence on ED clients
Addresses impact in f relapse on ED clients by raising awareness of triggers and high risk circumstances, and give support/direction to help clients get back on track following relapse
Manage impact of medical issues on ED clients
Encouraging clients to comply with medical treatment and assist in managing any physical health issues linked with eating condition
Handle impact of substance addiction on ED clients
Educate them about dangers if drug misuse and encourage appropriate coping methods for dealing with cravings & triggers
Address impact of co-occurring mental issues on ED clients
Partnering with other healthcare experts & offering integrated therapy that addresses both ED and any co-occurring mental health conditions
Address impact of trauma on ED clients
Offering trauma-informed therapy, such as establishing secure/supportive atmosphere and being sensitive to trauma-related triggers
Handle impact of cultural and societal norms on ED clients
Raising awareness and challenging negative beliefs and attitudes about body image/weight in larger community
Approach role of family members in ED clients
Educating them on importance of family support and arranging family therapy sessions to increase communication and support within family unit
Collaborate with ED client’s treatment team to deliver holistic care
Provide complete care by communicating with other healthcare experts on frequent basis and coordinating care across several treatment venues
Assist ED clients in maintaining their progress over time
Encouraging consistent good eating habits and regular therapy sessions
Assist ED clients in dealing with body image difficulties
Encouraging positive self-image and addressing negative ideas about body form/size
Assist ED clients in resisting impulse to binge/purge
Fostering healthy coping mechanisms (mindfulness, relaxation methods) and encouraging use of positive self-talk
Assist ED clients in maintaining healthy weight
Supporting healthy eating habits and exercise routines while avoiding undesirable weight reduction behaviors
Assist ED clients in overcoming fear of food
Assist them in identifying and challenging their negative attitudes/beliefs about food, and fostering exposure therapy
Assist ED clients in developing good eating habits
Giving nutrition and meal planning instruction and encouraging development of healthy eating routines
Meet safety concerns of ED clients
Supporting safe behaviors and educating them about risks connected with specific disordered eating patterns
Address financial consequences/stability of ED
Providing financial management education and promoting development of budgeting/money management skills
Addressing impact of ED on employment/education
Boosting job skill development and assisting client in achieving educational goals
Address relational impact of ED
Facilitating family therapy and developing healthy communication and interpersonal skills by tackling impact of ED on relationships
Manage mental health consequences of ED
Increasing access to mental health services and offering psychoeducation about the connection between ED and mental health
Deal with legal difficulties with ED
Educating clients about legal ramifications of ED practices and encouraging compliance with legal requirements
Address environmental triggers of ED clients
Recognizing and avoiding high-risk circumstances and establishing appropriate coping skills
Address family and social support needs of ED clients
Facilitating family therapy and encouraging participation in support groups
Address physical health needs of ED clients
Promoting healthy lifestyle choices such as exercise and good nutrition
Address cognitive biases of ED clients
Challenges negative thought patterns and promotes positive self-talk to treat cognitive distortions
Serve social skills needs of ED clients
Teaching communication skills and encouraging positive relationships with others
RBT serve emotional regulation needs of ED clients
Teaching stress management skills and supporting healthy emotional expression
Address ED client’s eating triggers
Identifying and avoiding high-risk circumstances and establishing healthy coping skills
Conduct functional behavior assessment for ED clients
Identifying antecedents, behaviors and consequences of disordered eating behaviors
