Application of Polyvagal Theory to the Treatment of Eating Disorders
Course Description:
Learning Objectives:
Following the presentation participants will be able to identify and explain the three circuits and five states from Po lyvagal Theory (Autonomic Nervous System) and the implications for the treatment of eating disorders. Following the presentation participants will be able to identify the three organizing principles of the Autonomic Nervous Systems and difficulties in stat e regulation viewed through the lens of eating disorders as an adaptation to traumatic developmental and/or other traumas. Following the presentation participants will leave with resources from the work of Deb Dana, LPC regarding “Polyvagal Mapping” i.e., moving flexibly though the states of the autonomic nervous system via co – regulation and auto – regulation for use in their personal and professional life .
