Overview

CPD on the go^TM eLearning activities provide an opportunity to learn about diverse topics in short, flexible sessions that you can peruse at your own pace, wherever you are. 

Eating disorders take an intense physical and psychological toll on the individual and are the most lethal of all mental illnesses, with a higher risk of heart failure, other medical complications and suicide. Complex and often prolonged, eating disorders have treatment requirements that differ from other types of mental illness. An evidence-based response by medical and allied health professionals is therefore paramount. 

This activity is for professionals want to ensure an up-to-date understanding of best practice, including those who provide eating disorder-specific treatment and those who wish to be vigilant to potential patterns of disordered eating in their clients. What psychologists say, do, and recommend, is critical for promoting recovery in this vulnerable cohort.  It contains a current evidence-based article followed by 10 questions to consolidate learning. Together, a pass mark of 80% and completion of a reflection, represents active* continuing professional development (CPD).

Level of Learning

Intermediate. This activity is targeted to those who have some previous learning on the topic.

Duration of access

Access to this eLearning activity is for 6 months from the date of confirmed registration.

APS CPD-Approved

This eLearning activity has been assessed against the APS Standards for CPD activities and approved for its education quality.

Learn more about the APS CPD Approval process.

CPD Frequently Asked Questions

Refer to the APS CPD Frequently Asked Questions for general and technical information when undertaking APS Professional development activities.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this CPD on the go^TM eLearning activity (reading the article and passing the quiz), participants should be able to:

• understand changes to the Medicare Benefits Scheme in relation to eating disorders,

• summarise changes to the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria,

• list complications associated with eating disorders, and

• identify evidence-based approaches to prevention and treatment.

Notes

*’Active CPD’ refers to activities that utilise written or oral processes to reinforce learning and test knowledge. While active CPD is not a requirement of the Psychology Board of Australia, it is recommended because learning is more likely to be retained and to lead to improvements in practice. Provision of a reflection on all types of CPD is, however, a requirement of the Board.