Dietitian Course: Nutrition Therapy for Dysfunctional Eating in Individuals with ADHD

NUTRITION THERAPY FOR DYSFUNCTIONAL EATING IN INDIVIDUALS WITH ADHD

In this presentation, we will explore the intricate relationship between nutrition and eating behaviors in individuals with ADHD. Participants will gain insight into how ADHD can influence eating patterns, leading to dysfunctional behaviors such as impulsive eating, food aversions, and disordered meal patterns.

Join us to empower yourself with practical tools and knowledge that can transform the nutritional landscape for individuals with ADHD, fostering healthier eating habits and improved quality of life.

Upon successful completion of this one-hour course, the participant should be able to:

Recognize ADHD symptoms and how they can affect dietary choices and eating habits.

Discuss common nutrient deficiencies in individuals with ADHD and how they can exacerbate symptoms.

Examine evidence-based approaches for developing personalized nutrition plans taking into account common barriers that people with ADHD face while promoting balanced eating, improved focus, and enhanced overall well-being.

Identify techniques to cultivate mindfulness around food choices and eating behaviors, fostering a healthier relationship with food.

Describe how caregivers and professionals can create supportive environments that break through the barriers and encourage positive dietary habits.

Live Webinar Date: Nov 21, 2024 (04:00 PM - 05:00 PM Eastern Time) (US and Canada)

Performance Indicators/Learning Objectives: 2.1.6, 5.1.1, 9.5.1, 10.4.1

Target Audience: RDs, DTRs, Health Professionals

Number of Credits: 1.0

Level(s): 1, 2

Total Cost: 1 Site Credit

About the Presenter: Erin Gonzalez, MS,RDN, LD, CEDS

Erin Gonzalez, MS, RDN, LD, CEDS is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Licensed by the State of Minnesota, specializing in dysfunctional eating and prevention and treatment of disordered eating and eating disorders. She is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Intuitive Eating Counselor. She has also been a licensed facilitator for Am I Hungry® Mindful Eating Programs.

Erin has been an outpatient dietitian since 2007 and started a private practice in 2020 where she focuses on Intuitive Eating Coaching, development of educational material, and professional speaking. She has been an adjunct instructor at Minnesota State University, Mankato since 2012 and has also been an adjunct instructor and subject matter expert, developing curriculum for nutrition related courses at Rasmussen University. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as well as International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals(IAEDP) and Eating Disorder Registered Dietitians & Professionals(EDRDPRO). Erin has invested majority of her career on trainings in the area of disordered eating and feels privileged to have taken trainings from Jessica Setnick(Eating Disorders Boot Camp), Barbara Birsinger(Behavior Decoding Method), Michelle May and Kari Anderson(Am I Hungry® Mindful Eating for Binge Eating), Tracy Brown(Somatic Nutrition Coaching), plus many more. Erin has provided presentations to professionals as well as to businesses and schools. She is actively sought out in her community for media opportunities and regularly contributes to newspaper, magazine, radio, and TV interviews.

Erin enjoys helping others to relearn how to be the expert of their own bodies again. She believes there is no one best way to help people heal their relationship with food and body which is why she has focused on gaining experience with various approaches and will continue to seek out further advanced training along with ongoing clinical consultation. Erin believes in the importance of coordinated care and works closely with other counselors and professionals to best support each client’s journey towards recovery.