Join SYEDA for a focused 90-minute training that builds confidence in recognising eating disorders and disordered eating behaviours, responding with sensitivity, and guiding young people toward the right support.
Grounded in lived experience and evidence-based practice, this session equips education professionals to respond with empathy, clarity, and strong understanding—within their safeguarding and pastoral responsibilities.
You’ll learn how to:
- Recognise the signs of eating disorders and disordered eating in students.
- Monitor student behaviour and wellbeing over time to identify emerging concerns.
- Identify key risk factors, including psychological, physical, social, and cultural influences.
- Understand the importance of early intervention and timely support.
- Recognise indicators of serious risk and know when urgent action is required.
- Explore how body image, body respect, and societal pressures contribute to disordered eating.
- Understand the relationship between neurodiversity and disordered eating behaviours.
- Communicate sensitively and confidently with students while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Navigate clear referral and signposting pathways to appropriate support.
- Work collaboratively with families and external services to support student wellbeing.
