Enhance your skills in treating patients with anorexia nervosa. This talk delves into the developmental and psychodynamic roots of anorexia, common family dynamics, and crucial clinical management strategies, specifically for South African psychologists. Learn to navigate the unique challenges of working with individuals at physical risk and gain practical techniques for effective therapeutic intervention.
Therapists working with anorexia have particular challenges to deal with, including working with patients whose physical health may be at risk. Join experienced therapist and psychoanalyst in training, Yael Kadish, in exploring the development of anorexia, common associated family dynamics and psychodynamics, therapeutic process, and clinical management.
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Learning Outcomes
By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:
Describe the developmental and psychodynamic underpinnings of anorexia nervosa.
Recognise clinical features of anorexia, including typical features of onset
Recognise common family dynamics, cultural, gender, and contextual factors influencing anorexic presentations.
Apply clinical strategies to safely manage patients with compromised physical health as a result of anorexic symptoms.