NUT 3600 - Eating Disorders I

3(3 + 0)

Prerequisite: NUT 2040 and NUT 3400

This course is an introduction to advanced study of obesity and eating disorders. This course presents the major classifications of obesity and the accompanying physical and physiological consequences, as well as a mind-body approach to treatment with emphasis on health at every body size. The history, risk factors, prevalence, dynamics, and treatment modalities to disordered eating will be examined. The student will assess the role of the media in disordered eating and dieting, as well as evaluate scientific literature in eating disorders and weight issues.