Psychology of Eating Disorders

About this course

Disordered eating behavior is influenced by a multitude of neurobiological, sociocultural, and psychological factors. We will draw upon scientific research to explore this complex, multifaceted etiology: for instance, how do body dissatisfaction and weight stigma contribute to disordered eating, and what can families, schools, and communities do to mitigate harm? We will also discuss ethical and pragmatic considerations for psychological interventions, including special considerations for the use of emerging technologies in eating disorder treatment.