Health at Every Size (HAES) is a framework that promotes a holistic approach to health, emphasizing weight inclusivity and the acceptance of diverse body sizes. Here’s an overview of HAES training for dietitians:
Key Principles of HAES:
1. Respect for Diversity: Acknowledge and respect the diversity of body shapes, sizes, and health statuses.
2. Focus on social determinants of health: Shift the focus from individuals and weight loss to overall health promoting systems, providing eating disorder treatment and recovery without the stigma of body size.
3. Mindful Eating: Involves an intuitive eating specialist and eating disorder specialized dietitian to provide education and practices that promote a healthy relationship with food and body.
A comprehensive eating disorder specialist training should include the following components:
1. Understanding HAES Philosophy:
- Overview of HAES principles and practices.
awareness of lack of evidence supporting intentional weight loss, as well as the harm done.
importance of HAES in effective eating disorder treatment trainings
2. Cultural Competency:
- Addressing systemic biases and stereotypes related to eating disorders, body image and weight.
- Learning to provide culturally sensitive care, including intersectionality awareness.
3. Nutritional Counseling Techniques:
- Strategies for promoting mindful and intuitive eating.
- Effective communication skills for discussing body image and health.
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4. Behavior Change Interventions:
- Techniques for helping clients set non-weight-focused health goals.
- Supporting clients in developing sustainable eating disorder recovery behaviors.
5. Clinical Application:
- Case studies and role-playing to practice HAES-based counseling.
- Strategies for understanding resistance to eating disorder treatment and building client motivation.
6. Ongoing Professional Development:
- Resources for continued learning, including workshops, webinars, and literature on HAES.
- Networking opportunities with other HAES practitioners.
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Conclusion:
HAES aligned eating disorder training empowers dietitians to provide compassionate, inclusive care that supports clients' health without focusing on weight. It fosters an understanding of the complex factors contributing to health and encourages a more holistic approach to nutrition and wellness.
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