Pooky Knightsmith

Advice for parents and teachers of young people with eating disorders based on my extensive research with teachers, students and parents

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Do something great this week - introduce an eating disorders policy into your school - http://t.co/xQKgpw2m

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What's your advice for teachers working with students with eating disorders?

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Do you think it is possible to understand eating disorders or do they defy explanation?

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Bullying can trigger and fuel eating disorders – it’s time to take it seriously - http://t.co/8Hj4XPmP

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Young people talk about why they developed eating disorders: to feel pure - http://t.co/JMUXIjt0

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Binge eating is often dismissed simply as greed. This is not the case - http://t.co/jPnfgVLI

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Eating disorder disclosure..what to say: don't let it define how you think of them - http://t.co/MXFlcfS2

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Talking to parents about eating disorders on the phone - let them ask questions - http://t.co/8pPOzMYf

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Do you teach someone with an eating disorder? Are there any aspects you'd like advice on?

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Useful phrases for discussing eating disorders: “How can I help you?” - http://t.co/1Q24V0OL

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Tackling the eating disorders taboo in school - Offer all staff training - http://t.co/cdk3JnIL

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Eating disorder - physical warning signs: Swollen cheeks - http://t.co/Wyk7t4Lf

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Eating disorders - how teachers can help: Keep an eye on pupils at risk - http://t.co/4Lbf7roA

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Tackling the eating disorders taboo in school - let staff know how to support - http://t.co/nKMQ0H3z

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Anorexia Warning Signs: 5 Wearing baggy clothes - http://t.co/O9gxz4NC

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Eating disorder advice and information for parents - http://t.co/DuseU7X0

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If you'd like to see a post on a specific eating disorders topic please let me know - http://t.co/hWb4xyzv

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Eating Disorders Policy Tips: 4 Ensure all staff are aware of the policy - http://t.co/57LZKRoZ

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What is anorexia? This post explains the key characteristics - http://t.co/a5x9KBVV

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My blog offers eating disorders advice for parents and teachers - please share it - http://t.co/eXcQBHBl