Eating Disorders in Gender Diverse Youth: Guidance for Primary Care Providers

Eating Disorders in Gender Diverse Youth: Guidance for Primary Care Providers

Gender diverse youth are at increased risk for body image concerns and disordered eating. It is important that primary care providers be able to address these concerns using a gender-affirming approach. Webinar participants will learn how eating disorders may present in gender diverse youth and how best to provide care simultaneously for gender dysphoria and disordered eating.

To Obtain CE Credit

1

Complete the registration form.

2

View the webinar video.

3

Complete the evaluation survey.

4

Complete the post-test.

5

You will receive a certificate by email within 7 business days.

Presenter

Martha F. Perry, MD

Martha F. Perry, MD

Associate Professor and Medical Director at UNC Children’s Primary Care Clinic, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the prevalence and characteristics of eating disorders in gender diverse youth (GDY)
  • Identify risk and protective factors for development of eating disorders in GDY
  • Develop gender-affirming approach to assessment and management of eating disorders
  • Recommend resources where patients, families and providers can seek additional support for care of GDY with eating disorders

To Obtain CE Credit

  1. Complete the registration form.
  2. View the webinar video.
  3. Complete the evaluation survey.
  4. Complete the post-test.
  5. You will receive a certificate by email within 7 business days.

Accreditation Statement

The National Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders (NCEED) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. NCEED maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

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Webinar Details

Audience

Primary care and behavioral health providers serving children, adolescents, and young adults

Learning Level

Introductory

Cost

Free

Duration

1.0 Hours

Credit

1 CE Credit or Certificate of Attendance