Body Image and Perception

Compulsive Exercise may be defined as exercise that significantly interferes with important activities, occurs at inappropriate times or settings, or continued exercise despite injury or medical complications (Lichtenstein et al. 2017). It is a symptom common across many eating disorders, where individuals may use excessive exercise to control their body weight or compensate for binge-eating episodes, whilst others use compulsive exercise to achieve further weight loss.

Our ‘Eating Disorders in Boys and Men’ is an animated training workshop originally developed by the University of Nottingham, Kings College London and First Steps ED. The aim was to raise the profile about eating disorders in boys and men and improve understanding of and care for this patient group, as well as reflect upon aspects of primary care to make everyday practice easier for both professionals and sufferer.

Whilst eating disorders are complex, understanding the clinical presentations can help promote early interventions and prevention, which is why our ‘Introduction to Eating Disorders’ CPD-accredited training was developed. This foundation course offers delegates a greater understanding of eating disorders, the signs and symptoms to look out for, as well as an insight into recovery.

Compulsive Exercise may be defined as exercise that significantly interferes with important activities, occurs at inappropriate times or settings, or continued exercise despite injury or medical complications (Lichtenstein et al. 2017). It is a symptom common across many eating disorders, where individuals may use excessive exercise to control their body weight or compensate for binge-eating episodes, whilst others use compulsive exercise to achieve further weight loss.

This CPD-accredited interactive workshop by First Steps ED explores the topic of “fussy eating” and introduces the eating disorder Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the causes and symptoms of ARFID, learn practical strategies to support individuals with selective eating challenges, and explore the crucial role of the home environment in treatment.