ADHD Deep Dive

Disordered Eating, Weight Stigma and Clinical Inclusivity

2 NBCC CEs • $120

On Demand Workshop with Charis Stiles, LCSW

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About this course:

ADHD has specific impacts on eating patterns, and it’s crucial that clinicians utilize neuro affirming and weight neutral approaches for diagnosis and interventions. Together we will develop strategies for working with adults and teens, as well as with clients exploring gender expression. We will examine both internalized and external biases towards clients in larger bodies and towards binge behaviors. Using case examples, we will formulate interventions that are respectful and effective for ADHD.

What’s Included:

2-Hour Video Recording
Slides + Bonus Materials
2 NBCC CE hours

Price: $120

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Objectives
Participants will be able to…

  • Integrate neuro affirming principles for ADHD with weight neutral approaches to clients with disordered eating

  • Analyze internal and external biases that impact diagnosis, interventions and recovery

  • Differentiate specific qualities related to ADHD that contribute to disordered eating patterns

  • Apply weight-neutral strategies in clinical work with adolescents experiencing body image concerns and disordered eating patterns

Adults with ADHD are 4 times more likely to be diagnosed with an eating disorder, especially bulimia nervosa or binge eating disorder.

In the US, from 2018 to 2022, health visits related to eating disorders more than doubled among people under the age of 17.

Research found a 70% increase in the prevalence of being higher weight for adults with ADHD.

Research shows high levels of weight bias among medical professionals, including mental healthcare providers.

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Meet the Instructor

Charis Stiles, LCSW

Charis Stiles, LCSW is a therapist working in private practice in the SF Bay Area and virtually across CA. She specializes in working with LGBTQIA+ clients, clients in larger bodies, and clients with neurodivergence. She helps folks externalize shame, build self acceptance, and heal disordered eating. She also provides regular consultation and training to organizations and clinicians on becoming more weight inclusive and fat affirming. You can find her at https://www.stilestherapycollective.com or follow her on follow her on Instagram @fat_therapy_page