Summary
This toolkit has been co-produced by the School and Public Health Nurses Association (SAPHNA) with school nursing services, mental health campaigners, eating disorder experts, education colleagues and young people with lived-experience of eating disorders. It is aimed at qualified, trained and skilled nurses who have access to robust supervision.
The toolkit is free of charge, but you will need to enter your details in order to receive a PDF copy by email.
Content
The toolkit provides information and guidance on the following topics:
- What are eating disorders?
- How do you know if it is an eating disorder?
- Breaking myths about eating disorders
- Confidentiality
- Consent
- How to speak to a child or young person who is struggling
- What to do if a child of young person is unable to open up
- What not to say to someone with an eating disorder
- How to speak to parents/carers if you have concerns
- Taking action
- Referrals
- NICE guidance
It also includes a template safety plan that can be completed with the child or young person.
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