Description
Certified Food Addiction Professional Treatment I
The Biological part of the disease (abstinence) and the Psychological (mental, emotional, and spiritual) treatment for food addiction as a substance-use disorder.
Students learn by participation.
Each student develops a customized abstinence plan for each participant, introducing daily support with the food plan and check-ins.
Topics are explored through a variety of teaching/learning methods, including:
Following abstinence and a treatment plan
Assignments
Group work
Assigned readings
Support partnerships
Lecture and discussion
Intended Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of the INFACT Certified Food Addiction Professional Treatment I
Students have experienced abstinence from food addiction.
Students have acquired a deeper understanding of denial.
Students have been introduced to the treatment protocol for addiction treatment.
Course Objectives:
This class is participatory and consistent with the overall themes of critical adult education. It is based on exchanging knowledge, experience, and skills among students and instructors.
Active participation of students is vital to the successful completion of this course.
Pre-Class Assignments Include
Reading material:
The INFACT Workbook for outpatient treatment by Esther H.G. MSc.,
The Big Book,
Your Personal Food Plan Guide by H. Theresa Wright MS, RD, LDN,
The Acorn Food Plan by Phil Werdell et.al.
