About the event: Eating disorders and Autism often co-occur; up to 37% of individuals with eating disorders also have Autism. Unfortunately, many clinicians and providers remain unaware of this common overlap, which can negatively impact the treatment experience and outcomes for these individuals. This event will provide an overview of Autism and eating disorders, and how the two might present. It will also discuss a variety of important considerations when working with this population, including cross-collaboration with other specialities and how to modify common eating disorder interventions to align with the needs of Autistic patients.
There will be time for Q&A.
Learning objectives: After participating in this session, attendees should be able to:
- Name common presentations of co-occurring eating disorders and Autism and describe common areas of overlap.
- Describe treatment outcomes for patients with Autism and eating disorders.
- Identify at least 3 ways in which evidence-based interventions can be adapted for the treatment of eating disorders and Autism.
Accreditation information:
- Eligible providers who attend the webinar will be eligible for up to 1 credit through ACCME or APA.
- Equip designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- Full attendance is required to earn continuing education credit through the APA.
Dr. Jessie Menzel is the Vice President of Program Development for Equip Health. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and a former associate clinical professor in the Department of Psychiatry at University of California, San Diego, where she founded the Pediatric Eating Disorder Program at the UCSD Eating Disorder Center for Treatment and Research. Dr. Menzel has over 15 years of clinical and research experience in the field of eating disorders and has worked with individuals of all ages and across all levels of care.
Dr. Carly Knauf is a licensed clinical psychologist and Program Development Lead for Equip. She has over 14 years of clinical experience, with a focus on neurodivergence and eating disorders. At Equip, she integrates her clinical experience with her group management expertise to lead clinical program developments and innovations for eating disorder patients. Previously, Dr. Knauf co-founded a non-profit organization that supports neurodiverse teens and adults in Colorado.
Registration cost:Free
We currently offer Continuing Education credits to:
- Physicians (ACCME)
- Licensed psychologists (APA)
- Dietitians and other medical or mental health providers can request to obtain credit through, and at the discretion of, their licensing or credentialing organization
Available CE credits:
- 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 1 APA CE Credit
- 1 CDR CPEU Lecture Hour
Additional CE information
Refund policy: This activity is offered free of charge.
Target audience: The target audience for this presentation includes medical doctors, nurse practitioners, registered dietitians, therapists, case managers, and other health care providers.
Learning format / activity type: Live activity
Continuing Education accreditation:
APA: Equip is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor Continuing Education for psychologists. Equip maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
ACCME: Equip is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Other healthcare professionals: We are happy to provide a certificate of attendance for all providers who stayed for the duration of the activity, however, it is up to the individual attendee to determine whether this activity meets the Continuing Education requirements of their licensing or credentialing organization. Please check your state’s rules and regulations for more information regarding your Continuing Education requirements.
Attendance: Full attendance is required to earn Continuing Education credit through the APA. It is up to each individual attendee to determine whether this activity meets the Continuing Education requirements of their licensing or credentialing organization. Please check your state’s rules and regulations for more information regarding your Continuing Education requirements.
Disclosures:
- Equip receives no commercial funding for these events.
- The presenter(s) mentioned above, faculty for this educational event, have no relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.
- Planners for this educational event have no relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.
Questions?
Contact ce@equip.health