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Press Releases from IAEDP (22 total)

05-08-2012 | Health & Medicine
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“Imagine Me Beyond What You See” Announces 2012 Winners of International Bod …

Natural Beauty Takes First Place with “She is a Tree of Life” PEKIN, ILL. (May 3, 2012) - The International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Foundation (iaedp) is proud to announce the winners of Imagine Me Beyond What You See, the second annual body image mannequin art competition that encourages eating disorder treatment centers, art therapists, clients and the general public to reflect on the perception of beauty and design
04-05-2012 | Health & Medicine
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The iaedp Foundation Wraps Up Symposium 2012, Awards Dr. Timothy Brewerton Honor …

CHARLESTON, S.C. (April 3, 2012) – The iaedp Foundation wrapped up its 26th annual Symposium 2012 Sunday, March 25, in Charleston, S.C. This year’s conference was attended by a record-breaking number of eating disorder professionals and experts who participated in an educational experience geared toward inspiring and sharing ideas to provide continued care and cures for those suffering from eating disorders. To close the weekend, the foundation recognized local professional,
03-21-2012 | Health & Medicine
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The iaedp Foundation’s Symposium 2012 Brings Together World-Class Educators fo …

CHARLESTON (Mar. 20, 2012) –The iaedp Foundation’s Symposium 2012, the 26th annual eating disorders professional conference, kicks off this week, March 22–25 in Charleston, S.C. This year the conference expects its largest turnout ever for a week packed with inspiring, new presentations and continued learning. “Symposium 2012 is setting a precedent for inspired excellence by offering many firsts in this year’s presentations. We have had a phenomenal response from excited
03-07-2012 | Health & Medicine
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Iaedp's Symposium 2012 Celebrates Diversity in Membership and Message

Professional Eating Disorder Conference Increases Relevance with Multicultural Emphasis and Bilingual Presentation PEKIN, ILL. (March 6, 2012) – The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp) will celebrate the diversity of its international membership March 22-25 at Symposium 2012 in Charleston, S.C. Multicultural events hosted by the International Relations Committee (IRC) include the 2012 International Forum, "Food for Thought—The Relevance of Cultural Issues in Treating Eating Disorders," at a special lunch
03-05-2012 | Health & Medicine
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The Time to Register for Symposium 2012 is Now

The iaedp Foundation Offers Weekend of World-Class Educators and Entertainment to Inspire Eating Disorder Professionals Pekin, Ill. (Mar. 1, 2012) – Time is running out to register for The iaedp Foundation’s Symposium 2012. Featuring a record-setting 40 workshops, a performance of the off-Broadway hit musical NOR*MAL and lectures by leaders in the treatment of eating disorders, the March 22-25 event in Charleston, S.C., is not to be missed. “Symposium 2012 is
02-28-2012 | Health & Medicine
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The iaedp Foundation Recognizes Critical Role of Nurses With New Certification

PEKIN, ILL. (Feb. 27, 2012)— The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals Foundation (iaedp), which established the certification process to promote standards of excellence within the field of eating disorders, launches a new certification program for nurses in the field of eating disorder treatment. Recognizing that registered nurses play a pivotal role during the treatment process of eating disordered patients, the iaedp Foundation has developed the Certified Eating Disorders Registered
02-22-2012 | Health & Medicine
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The iaedp Foundation Takes Stand Against Stigmatization and Weight Campaign

PEKIN, Ill. (Feb. 21, 2012) - The iaedp Foundation is speaking out against Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s (CHOA) controversial childhood obesity campaign. With a series of five television commercials featuring overweight children with health issues correlated with obesity, CHOA’s campaign stigmatizes children struggling with their weight by shaming them. The images of the children in these ads prey upon an imagined ignorance, play on racial stereotypes, and diminish hope for
01-27-2012 | Health & Medicine
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The iaedp Symposium 2012 Reveals Real Life Benefits for Psychodrama Experience

Pekin, Ill. (Jan. 26, 2012) - Those suffering from eating disorders struggle with the idea of identity and self-image, unable to see clearly who they are emotionally and physically. During the presentation, “Psychodrama: Tools of Change” at the iaedp Symposium 2012, Mary Bellofatto, MA, LMHC, CEDS, TEP, NCC and Nancy Kirsner, PhD, M.Ed, OTR, TEP will lead a workshop on the efficacy of psychodrama therapy and how it can help
01-17-2012 | Health & Medicine
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New Study Presented at iaedp Symposium 2012 Examines “Bigorexia,” Introduces …

One in three men sacrifice their life span for the “ideal” body PEKIN, ILL. (Jan. 17, 2012) -- A new study reveals a staggering one out of three men would sacrifice a year of life to achieve their ideal body weight or shape. This statistic is a jarring revelation in a category previously accustomed to treating eating disorders as a traditionally female issue. Acknowledging this quiet and unrealistic quest for perfection,
01-11-2012 | Health & Medicine
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New iaedp Symposium 2012 Program Reveals Record Number of Workshops for Eating D …

Pekin, Ill. (Jan. 9, 2012) – The iaedp Foundation is pleased to announce the Symposium 2012 program, featuring a record-setting 40 workshops and other special events March 22-25 in Charleston, South Carolina. The iaedp Foundation promises an extraordinary weekend designed by leading eating disorder professionals to present an educational and inspiring environment. The annual program explores the latest developments in eating disorder treatment while engaging in a weekend-long dialogue with
12-10-2011 | Health & Medicine
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The iaedp Foundation Kicks Off Second Annual Body Image Mannequin Art Competitio …

PEKIN, Ill. (Dec. 6, 2011)—The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals Foundation (iaedp) is proud to present its Second Annual "Imagine Me Beyond What You See" Body Image Mannequin Art Competition created in 2010 to promote healthy awareness and acceptance of body images. The competition incorporates mannequins to help create a unique and realistic palette for artistic expression. Entries are accepted from October 1, 2011 through January 15, 2012
11-30-2011 | Health & Medicine
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Cross-Cultural Panel At iaedp Symposium 2012 Discusses Treating Eating Disorders …

PEKIN, ILL. (Nov. 29, 2011) -- The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (http://www.iaedp.com/) will present a panel of renowned international specialists in a rare opportunity to gather leading experts in discussion dedicated to the treatment of eating disorders in ethnic populations. Despite classically perceived notions of the disease as a predominately white middle-class affliction, the iaedp Foundation has long-recognized disordered eating as a cross-cultural concern and
03-14-2011 | Health & Medicine
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A Picture- Perfect Week in Phoenix

PHOENIX (March 14, 2011) – A goal was met and a record set when over 450 participants attended the 2011 International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp) Symposium last week in Phoenix. While the picturesque weather may have played a role in bringing snowbirds down to the desert, it’s ultimately the top-notch programming to thank for attracting nearly 500 in-person participants, the most ever in the symposium’s 25-year history. Even
02-18-2011 | Health & Medicine
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“Imagine Me Beyond What You See” has Narrowed its Finalists Down to Three

PHOENIX (February 17, 2011) – Be a beholder of beauty at the 2011 International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp) Symposium! All registered participants will get an opportunity to select a winner in the “Imagine Me Beyond What you See” mannequin design contest. This contest encouraged treatment centers and private facilities with art therapists, as well as students and the general public, to work with patients to design mannequins
02-02-2011 | Health & Medicine
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iaedp Foundation Introduces New President at 2011 Symposium

PEKIN, ILL. (Jan. 31, 2011) – The International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (or iaedp) announced today they appointed Mary Bellofatto to president of the association’s board of directors. Bellofatto, an iaedp member for over 20 years, will take over for immediate past president, Adrienne Ressler, who held the position for two years and will continue serving as a board member. Bellofatto will answer questions for members at the 2011
01-25-2011 | Arts & Culture
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“Imagine Me Beyond What You See” will auction off winning entry and showcase …

Phoenix, Arizona (January 25, 2011) –The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp) invites attendees to behold the beauty as seen through the eyes of those affected by eating disorders. “Imagine Me Beyond What You See” is an awareness contest encouraging treatment centers and private facilities with art therapists, as well as students and the general public, to work with patients to design mannequins in a way that reflects their
01-20-2011 | Health & Medicine
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Pre-Conference Seminar Prepares Medical Professionals to Recognize, Treat Early …

PHOENIX (January 19, 2011) – According to a 2010 report from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), early intervention is crucial to long-term recovery for patients with eating disorders, which is why the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp) is introducing a CME pre-conference seminar on March 2 titled “Eating Disorders: Physicians in the Trenches, Mobilizing Resources for Effective Treatment.” The six-hour program provides useful, practical training for
01-17-2011 | Health & Medicine
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iaedp™ Foundation Announces Leaders for 2011 Symposium Masters’ Training Ser …

PHOENIX (January 14, 2011) – The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp) today announced the names of twelve eating disorder experts who will lead the Masters’ Training Series, a special series of ten workshops for attendees of the 2011 iaedp Symposium. Starting on March 3rd at the Pointe Hilton at Squaw Peak in Phoenix, Arizona and scheduled throughout the conference, the workshops will focus closely on a variety of
01-05-2011 | Health & Medicine
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iaedp Foundation Announces Final Day to Apply for Scholarships for the 2011 iaed …

PHOENIX (Jan. 4, 2011) – The International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp) Foundation, recognized for its high-level education and training standards for eating disorder healthcare treatment providers and professionals, is offering scholarships to the iaedp Foundation’s 24th annual symposium on March 3 – 6, 2011 at the Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort in Phoenix, Arizona. Intended for first-time attendees, the financial aid scholarships cover a majority of the conference
12-30-2010 | Health & Medicine
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Idyllic Weather Only Part of Package for iaedp’s Eating Disorder Treatment Con …

PHOENIX (December 29, 2010) – The International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Foundation (iaedp), has chosen The Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort in Phoenix, Arizona as the venue for its 24th annual iaedp Symposium on March 3-6, 2011. Set on a mountainside, this Spanish-style resort features 27 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with downtown Phoenix a mere 10 miles away. Attendants of the conference will choose from an extensive
12-22-2010 | Health & Medicine
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iaedp Rolling Out the Red Carpet for “America the Beautiful: Body Mass Index …

Pekin, Illinois (December 21, 2010) – Lights, camera, ACTION! This year’s International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp) Symposium hosts the premiere for Darryl Roberts’ latest documentary film, “America the Beautiful: BMI,” the sequel to the highly acclaimed film, “America the Beautiful,” which was screened at the 2008 Symposium in Orlando, Florida. Darryl chose to debut his sequel at the 2011 Symposium because of the expert professional audience who attend
12-15-2010 | Health & Medicine
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Announcing…the 24th Annual iaedp 2011 Symposium, Featuring the Nation’s Lead …

PHOENIX (December 13, 2010) – The International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp) announces its 2011 Symposium to take place March 3-6 at the Pointe Hilton at Squaw Peak in Phoenix. The 24th annual program will bring together eating disorder specialists and medical professionals from across the United States by providing further training on the treatment of disordered eating. As part of the symposium, attendants will be a part of

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