The Renfrew Center Foundation Seminar for Professionals – Feasting, Fasting & Eating Disorders in the Jewish Community
- Event
- Wednesday, May 21, 2014
Details:
The Renfrew Center Foundation is pleased to present a full-day seminar for health and mental health professionals, educators and clergy addressing eating disorders within the Jewish community and innovative treatment strategies. The seminar will be held on Wednesday, May 21st from 8:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. at the Sheraton Baltimore North in Towson, MD.Seminar Goals:
• Examine the frequency of serious eating problems across religious observance groups
• Explore a new screening tool and its creative use with clients
• Expand understanding of Jewish observances and the connection with eating disorders
• Present new study findings on body image concerns among adult Jewish women
• Examine the potential of mindful eating practices to enhance recovery
• Introduce emerging treatment strategies sensitive to all Jewish clients
• Create innovative ways of blending Jewish rituals and traditions into treatment processes
Offering 6 CE Credits. Dairy breakfast and lunch included.
Please register early as space is limited.
Contact:
Debbie Lucker1-877-367-3383
dlucker@renfrewcenter.com
http://renfrewcenter.com/events/seminar-baltimore-md-feasting-fasting-and-eating-disorders-jewish-community