Please join us for a one-day conference as we bring together families, community clinicians, and researchers to discuss the latest scientific findings on eating disorders. The program includes time for Q & As and an opportunity to meet and mingle over a light lunch. We hope to see you there!
Quadrangle Club 1155 East 57th Street Chicago IL 60637 April 26, 2010, 9:30-3:00
Early bird rate through February 28 $40 Regular registration from March 1 $50
New Insights into the Neurobiology of Anorexia Nervosa
Genetically-influenced personality traits and powerful neurobiological drives play an important part in eating disorders. Understanding these processes helps families develop insights into eating disorder symptoms. In addition, they provide the foundation necessary to develop more effective treatments. Read more about Dr. Kaye here.
Daniel le Grange, PhD
Family-Based Treatment for Adolescent Eating Disorders: The Maudsley Approach
Families can play an active and positive role in treatment for anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. Understand the treatment research that provides scientific support for family-based treatment of adolescent eating disorders. Read more about Dr. le Grange here.
Harriet Brown and Angela Celio Doyle, PhD
Harriet Brown
Angela Celio Doyle, PhD
Family Perspectives on Eating Disorder Recovery
A moderated parent panel will discuss their experiences with eating disorders and how they put family-based treatment into practice.
Maudsley Parents: a site for parents of eating disordered children Family-based treatment for anorexia and bulimia♦contact us
