Wanordelijk eten is iets dat meestal geheim wordt gehouden. Sommige van deze waarschuwingssignalen kunnen om hulp schreeuwen en mogen niet worden genegeerd. In deze activiteit maken studenten visuals van de belangrijkste waarschuwingssignalen , waarmee ze ze in het echt kunnen identificeren. Er zijn een paar kleine waarschuwingssignalen die u misschien kunt oppikken wanneer iemand lijdt als het gaat om gewichtsbeheersing. Sommigen van hen kunnen zijn:
Eetstoornissen discrimineren niet op basis van geslacht, dus het is belangrijk dat studenten geen atypische storyboards maken. De studenten kunnen hun waarschuwingssignalen uit de bovenstaande lijst selecteren, of de docent kan vooraf selecteren welke studenten ze willen gebruiken. Het is belangrijk om uw studenten te benadrukken dat het maken van storende scènes een trigger voor zichzelf of anderen kan zijn.
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Geef verschillende waarschuwingssignalen weer van iemand die lijdt aan een eetstoornis.
Pay close attention to students’ eating habits, comments about food or weight, and any sudden changes in behavior or appearance. Noticing these subtle shifts helps you identify students who may be struggling and offer support early.
Foster an open and accepting atmosphere by modeling respect and empathy. Avoid making comments about appearance or food choices to help students feel safe and valued regardless of their bodies.
Integrate positive messages about self-worth and health into lessons. Invite students to share thoughts and questions in a safe space, reinforcing that everyone’s experience is valid.
Approach students privately and with compassion if you notice warning signs. Express concern using specific observations rather than accusations, and let them know you care and are available to help.
Inform the school counselor or support team if you have concerns about a student. Collaborate to ensure the student receives professional guidance and resources without breaching confidentiality.
Warning signs of eating disorders in students can include preoccupation with weight or calories, sudden weight loss, wearing baggy clothes to hide changes, avoiding meals, food rituals, excessive exercise, frequent trips to the bathroom after eating, isolation during meals, and physical symptoms like brittle nails or frequent sickness.
Teachers can identify students who might have an eating disorder by observing behaviors such as dramatic changes in eating habits, excessive concern about weight, avoiding food in social settings, frequent complaints about body image, or noticeable physical changes like thinning hair or poor wound healing.
A helpful classroom activity is to have students create visuals and write definitions for eating disorder warning signs, encouraging them to recognize and discuss these behaviors in a safe and supportive environment.
Small warning signs of eating disorders can be early cries for help. Addressing them quickly allows for earlier intervention and support, reducing the risk of serious health complications for affected students.
Educators can create a safe space by using sensitive language, avoiding triggering images, stressing inclusivity, and encouraging open, respectful dialogue about eating disorders without judgment.