WCH-OPEN eLearning Module
Understanding Depression in Eating Disorders: Identification, assessment & management of anorexia nervosa
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Understanding Depression in Eating Disorders: Identification, assessment & management of anorexia nervosa
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Understanding Depression in Eating Disorders: Identification, assessment & management of anorexia nervosa
Dr. Shelley Wall, Dr. Seena Grewal (SickKids), Dr. Richelle Twose, Dr. Leila Lax, Dr. Valerie Taylor, Dr. Sanjeev Sockalingam, Dr. Renu Gupta, Dr. Robin Mason Family physicians. (Note: original animation audience was for Adolescent eating disorder patients and their families at SickKids. Editing of animation was prohibited). eLearning module with online assessment, graphic narrative with interactive knowledge translation tips, 3-5 minute 2D/3D animation Videoscribe, Autodesk Maya, Autodesk Mudbox, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Audition |
Graphic narrative panels and slides simulate conversations and doctor-patient interactions.
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Body language, facial expressions and other non-verbal cues are highlighted.
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Interactive knowledge translation tips show key information or clinically relevant indicators.
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An eating disorder (ED) is a psychological illness characterized by abnormal eating behaviour and thoughts about body shape and weight. When admitted to treatment centers, patients with EDs are often suffering from malnutrition and lack essential nutrients needed for neurotransmitter serotonin (5-HT) production. 5-HT insufficiency plays a major role in the depressive, anxious, and obsessional symptoms commonly seen in ED patients. Intake of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) is the preferred pharmacological treatment method. However, unless nutrition status is restored, SSRIs will lack efficacy, as the body cannot produce enough 5-HT when in a state of starvation. Therefore, it is essential that patients with EDs and their families understand that the key to successful treatment of depressive symptoms is nutrient restoration achieved through adherence to meal plans.
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