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Presenter: Denise Skinner, RDN, LD Adolescent Registered Dietitian, EDCare Kansas City

Session Summary:
This presentation, grounded in a nutritional perspective, examines how to cultivate a home environment that supports adolescents and families in eating disorder recovery. It highlights the impact of family language and behaviors surrounding food, movement, body image, and comparisons on the recovery journey. Participants will learn actionable strategies to promote supportive communication, establish healthy boundaries, and uphold values that align with recovery goals. The presentation will also address common challenges, providing approaches to foster trust, consistency, and resilience within the family system.

When: Thursday, June 5th

Time: 5:00-6:00 PM

Who: Everyone is welcome

Cost: Free

Where: Zoom

About the Presenter

Denise Skinner earned a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics at Kansas State University in 2018. She then completed her dietetic internship in 2019 and a Master of Science in Dietetics & Nutrition in 2020 from the University of Kansas Medical Center. She has experience working with people of all ages and in all seasons of life. Denise wholeheartedly believes that good health exists at every size and loves to challenge the social construct that weight is the primary indicator of an individual’s health, success, and value.

Can’t make it? A recording of this workshop will be posted on our YouTube channel.

Brought to you in collaboration with our sponsor, EDCare

Unfortunately, we are not able to offer Continuing Education Credits for our workshops.

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