Perfectionism and compulsive exercise
A CBT approach: central model for compulsive exercise, perfectionism and eating disorder pathology
The presentation covers:
- Screening with the Compulsive Exercise Test
- Reciprocal relationships: perfectionism, compulsive exercise and eating disorder symptoms
- Relevance in eating disorders and athletes
- Basic psychoeducation and onward referral considerations
Hosted by Laura King, APD, AEP, CEDC-D
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About the Presenter
Professor Sarah Egan, from Curtin University, has practiced as a Clinical Psychologist for over 25 years. Professor Egan is known for cognitive behavioural treatment of perfectionism. This work has included numerous publications on compulsive exercise in clinical eating disorder and community populations. Professor Egan’s work has included numerous publications on child and adolescent eating disorders, and transdiagnostic approaches to understanding and treatment of eating disorders, anxiety and depression. Professor Egan has received numerous competitive grants and has over 150 publications. Professor Egan has received awards for Research Translation, Consumer and Community Involvement in Research, and Inclusive and Consumer Oriented Research.
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