Substance Use Among Individuals with Eating Disorders

Substance Use Among Individuals with Eating Disorders

Eating disorders and substance use disorders are common conditions that often present to  primary care physicians, pediatricians, and behavioral health clinicians. Both conditions carry high morbidity and mortality rates and often require prompt evaluation and intervention to achieve optimal outcomes. This webinar will explore the interplay between substance use and substance use disorders in those patients with eating disorders.  Information on how to appropriately screen, intervene, and initial treatment approaches will be discussed and resources will be provided.

Presenter

Stephanie N. Ferrin, MD, MS

Stephanie N. Ferrin, MD, MS

Adolescent Medicine Specialist and Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, UNC Healthcare, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the risk factors for the development of both substance use disorders and eating disorders.
  • Describe the overlay between the addiction model found in individuals who have substance use disorder and those who have an eating disorder.
  • Plan how to approach an evaluation and intervention for a patient who may present with both an eating disorder and substance use disorder.

Webinar Details

Audience

Primary care and behavioral health providers serving children, adolescents, and young adults

Learning Level

Introductory

Cost

Free

Duration

1.0 Hours