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Membership
Membership is open to anyone who is interested in eating
disorders, primarily with adolescents. GEDN primarily focuses on
developing networks around prevention through education and
training, treatment models and the support of sufferers of
eating disorders, along with their carers Meetings are usually
held in Bairnsdale, monthly or bi-monthly where members report
to the meeting, promote training and events and work on a range
of goals and projects of interest and importance.
For more information email
Jennifer NorthProjects and Goals
It is widely recognized that access to treatment is often very
difficult for sufferers in regional Victoria, One major focus
for the network is a feasibility study for the establishment of
a pilot day -care outpatient centre for adolescents who suffer
eating disorders This will work in conjunction with a pilot Day
Centre model proposed for Monash Medical Centre in Clayton. Also
of importance is the promotion of training for school staff,
particularly physical education teachers and sports coaches who
can play a vital role in early detection and prevention.
Training for GPs and other mental health professionals are also
promoted by the network. Training is usually delivered through
CEED and EDFV.For more information about the program have a look
at the first edition of our
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