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Facilitator: Dr. Mark Norris, MD, FRCPC, CHEO and University of Ottawa

Description of Event: This will be a series of on-demand recordings on ARFID topics.

Sessions:

• Session 1: The ABCs of ARFID – Understanding Its Origin and Introduction in the DSM-5
• Session 2: Assessment Procedures of ARFID – History Taking Part 1: Essential Components
• Session 3: Assessment Procedures of ARFID – History Taking Part 2: Diagnostic Considerations and Medical Examination
• Session 4: ARFID and the Canadian Context: How has Canadian Research Shaped What We Know of the Illness
• Session 5: The Multidisciplinary Team – Key Take Aways and Considerations for ARFID
• Session 6: Integrating ARFID into an Eating Disorder Program: Perfect Fit or Total Miss?
• Session 7: ARFID and Co-Morbid Diagnoses: Addressing the Elephant in the Room
• Session 8: Treatment Considerations for Patients with ARFID

Learning Objectives: 

Session 1:

• To review relevant history that contributed to the DSM-5 introduction of ARFID.
• To review the definition of ARFID with commentary on the definition’s evolution over the last decade.
• To provide case examples that help attendees understand when a diagnosis of ARFID should be considered.

Session 2:

• Review essential components of the history

Session 3:

• Review physical examination for a child or adolescent with a possible diagnosis of ARFID.
• Review diagnostic considerations and medical work up for a child or adolescent with a possible diagnosis of ARFID.

Session 4:

• To provide background relating to ARFID’s introduction in the DSM and context for how this shaped ED research across the Country
• To outline and provide examples of how clinically relevant questions can inform important research programs in EDs
• To describe Canadian ARFID research studies that have influenced what we know about ARFID

Session 5:

• Review of the role and application of a multi-disciplinary approach to ARFID care
• Discussion of considerations relating to ARFID conceptualization that may impact allied health members assignment and needs

Session 6:

• Potential treatment plans for ARFID in the context of an eating disorder program offering
• The timing and intensity of treatment undertakings for patients with ARFID

Session 7:

• Review the role of co-morbid mental health presentations in individuals with ARFID
• Review the predisposing/precipitating factors and their role(s) on ARFID presentations and treatment responses
• Understand how assessment of co-occurring mental health morbidity as well as biopsychosocial concerns relate to treatment planning

Session 8:

• To provide context for treatment planning for patients with ARFID
• To understand the role that multi-disciplinary team members plan in treatment of ARFID
• To provide case examples that help illustrate effective treatment planning and execution of strategies

Additional Materials: No additional materials are available.

Links to the on-demand recordings will be sent in a confirmation email upon registration.

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For questions related to event registration, please contact us at: events@eatingdisordersontario.ca