Description:
Eating and feeding are fundamental functions necessary for surviving and thriving. Many clients with neurodiversity and mental health issues experience profound disturbances in their participation in eating and feeding. Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Counselors, Behavioural Therapists and Nutritionists are team members who evaluate and enhance these functions, but sometimes struggle in seeing the integrated whole of the various complex factors contributing to the clients’ experiences.
This workshop is a cutting-edged compilation of research on the science of eating and feeding from a neurobiological/physiological perspective as it pertains to picky eating, eating disorders (ARFID, anorexia nervosa, bulimia), sensory issues, oral motor/pharyngeal issues and attachment. Trans-disciplinary research, assessment and intervention strategies will be presented and discussed.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:
Understand the neurobiological and physiological underpinnings of eating and feeding.
Describe how sensory processing issues impact eating, feeding and eating disorders.
Observe the impact of attachment and goodness of fit between caregivers and individuals experiencing eating and feeding challenges.
Evaluate basic postural and motor control challenges that are connected to eating, feeding and eating disorders.
Begin to develop problem-solving skills to integrate multiple variables of needs to create individualized interventions for clients with eating and feeding challenges.
Dates: (all dates and times are in EST)
Saturday and Sunday for eight sessions starting January 30, 2021 and ending February 7, 2021
January 30, January 31, February 6, and February 7
Video recordings of the sessions will be available until April 15, 2021
Time:
11:00 am - 12: 30 pm (EST)
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm (EST)
Agenda:
Segment #1 and #2 (90 minutes each) January 30th, 2021 (11am-12:30pm & 1:30-3pm)
Understand the neurobiological and physiological underpinnings of eating and feeding
Segment #3 and #4 (90 minutes each) January 31st, 2021 (11am-12:30pm & 1:30-3pm)
Describe how sensory processing issues impact eating, feeding and eating disorders
Sensory Interventions for eating, feeding and eating disorders
Segment #5 (90 minutes) February 6th, 2021 (11am-12:30pm)
Understand the impact of attachment and attunement on eating, feeding and eating disorders
Segment #6 (90 minutes) February 6th, 2021 (1:30-3pm)
Observe goodness of fit between caregivers and individuals experiencing eating and feeding challenges
Segment #7 (90 minutes) February 7th, 2021 (11am-12:30pm)
Understand the role of postural and motor control issues in eating, feeding and eating disorders
Segment #8 (90 minutes) February 7th, 2021 (1:30-3pm)
Putting all the pieces together
Registration:
$449 Canadian*
Pay by e-transfer, cheque, credit card/paypal.
Refunds will be given until 30 days prior to the course. A $50 administrative fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be given for cancellations made within 30 days of the first day of the course.
Video recordings of the sessions will be available until April 15, 2021
*Group discounts are also available (not to be combined with scholarships) for groups of 3-5 @ 15% off and groups of 6+ at 25% off. To apply for a group discount, please contact info@thelearningworkshop.ca
Scholarship Opportunities:
Some scholarships available (upon request) from people in developing countries @ 50% off.
Some financial support may also be available to those in other countries who may be experiencing financial challenges.
To apply for a scholarship or financial support, please click here.
Registration:
Host:
The Learning Workshop
Website: https://thelearningworkshop.ca
Email: info@thelearningworkshop.ca
Phone: (905) 709-3354