ASDAH Conference 2024 Evaluation

ASDAH 2024 Annual Conference Evaluation

Thank you for attending the 2024 ASDAH Conference! We’d love to hear what you’re taking away from this conference through this evaluation form. Use this form if you are requesting a CDR certificate of completion or a certificate of attendance for other credentialing organizations. Please allow 5 business days to process CE certificates and certificates of attendance.

Continuing Education Credit Details

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CDR Pre-Approved Continuing Education Credit Options:

The CPE activities are approved by CDR for 1 CPEU for each of the following sessions (both live & recorded versions):

Embodied Life: Mental Health Considerations in Size Inclusive Care with Breah Robinson
Fat People & Movement: How Fat People Can Move & Reclaim their Fat Joy with Kanoelani Patterson
Chairs, Stares, and Healthcare Fares: Navigating the Costs and Challenges of Superfat Disability with Shilo George

Continuing Education Credit Options for Professions not Covered by CDR:

Certificate of Attendance for up to 6 contact hours (this option supports submissions for any professions not covered by the CDR)

Note: Check your credentialing organization to see if they accept pre-approved CDR continuing education credits.

Conference Evaluation & Continuing Education Certificate Request Form

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Opening Keynote with Michelle Osbourne

Beyond the Weight: It was never about your health.

Did you attend this session? *

I attended the live session.
I watched the recording.
I did not attend this session.

Are you requesting a continuing education certificate of completion/attendance for this session? (CEs are only available to the Professional Membership tier) *

I am requesting a certificate of attendance to support my individual submission for continuing education credits.
I am not requesting a CE certificate.

What lessons from this session are you taking with you into the world?

As a result of this session, what actionable steps will you make professionally or personally?

What will you do to continue learning about the topics covered in the session?

From Vision to Legacy: The ASDAH Oral History Project

Facilitated by Angel Austin; Panelists Lisa Marie Alatorre, Deb Burgard, Tigress Osborn

Did you attend this session? *

I attended the live session.
I watched the recording.
I did not attend this session.

Are you requesting a continuing education certificate of completion/attendance? (CEs are only available to the Professional Membership tier) *

I am requesting a certificate of attendance to support my individual submission for continuing education credits.
I am not requesting a CE certificate.

What lessons from this session are you taking with you into the world?

As a result of this session, what actionable steps will you make professionally or personally?

What will you do to continue learning about the topics covered in the session?

Embodied Life: Mental Health Considerations in Size Inclusive Care

Presented by Breah Robinson

Did you attend this session? *

I attended the live session.
I watched the recording.
I did not attend this session.

Are you requesting a continuing education certificate of completion/attendance? (CEs are only available to the Professional Membership tier) *

I am requesting a certificate of completion for CDR pre-approved credits.
I am requesting a certificate of attendance to support my individual submission for continuing education credits.
I am not requesting a CE certificate.

Select Yes or No to describe attributes of the Continuing Professional Education: - Utilized best available research evidence

- Included ample peer-reviewed references to substantiate content

- Expertise of Provider / presenter contributed to content quality

- Target audience was appropriate

- Met educational needs and / or addressed practice gaps

- Included practical information for implementing changes to practice

- Provided a balanced perspective / stated benefits and shortcomings

Please describe any other noteworthy attributes of the CPE activity:

If you selected No for any of the above, please elaborate:

Select Yes or No to describe if the CPE activity enhanced knowledge, skills, and behaviors as described in CDR’s Essential Practice Competencies for Ethics or Health Equity: - Included materials and content which emphasized and included diverse representation in the learning group

- Included a focus on differences that may vary within and between patient / client populations

- Established an environment or facilitated interactions which encouraged and respected diverse and divergent experiences and viewpoints

- Encouraged reflection on bias and privilege and the promotion of personal growth

If you selected No for any of the above, please elaborate:

Select Yes or No or No Answer to describe the language in the materials / presentation: - Free of bias

- Non-discriminatory

- Inclusive

- Conscious of honoring how individuals choose to identify themselves

- Free of microaggressions

I'm unfamiliar with one or more of the concepts presented above

As a result of the education do you plan to: (select all that apply)

Share the information / collaborate with colleagues
Review supplementary information to support or expand your learning
Seek additional CPE activities related to the topic
Alter the methods in which you care for patients / clients / customers
No action
Other (describe)

RDs and DTRs may share information with CDR staff regarding the quality of this or any CDR CPEU Prior Approved Activity by emailing QualityCPE@eatright.org.

What are the key principles of size-inclusive care in mental health, and why is it important to adopt a size-inclusive approach in clinical practice? *

a. Emphasizing weight loss as the primary goal; to reduce health risks associated with obesity.
b. Prioritizing thinness and ideal body standards; to promote societal acceptance.
c. Recognizing that health and well-being are not determined by body size; to reduce weight stigma and improve mental health outcomes.
d. Ignoring body size and weight-related concerns; to avoid reinforcing negative body image.

How does weight stigma and bias impact individuals' mental health and well-being, and what strategies can mental health providers implement to combat weight stigma within their practice settings? *

a. Weight stigma has no impact on mental health; mental health providers should focus solely on physical health.
b. Weight stigma contributes to poor self-esteem and mental health outcomes; mental health providers can combat it by encouraging clients to lose weight.
c. Weight stigma affects individuals' self-esteem, body image, and access to care; mental health providers can combat it by promoting body acceptance, challenging stereotypes, and creating safe and inclusive environments.
d. Weight stigma is beneficial for motivating individuals to adopt healthier lifestyles; mental health providers should reinforce societal norms around weight and appearance.

Describe the intersectionality of body image concerns with factors such as race, ethnicity, gender identity, and sexual orientation. How can mental health providers incorporate cultural humility and sensitivity into their approach to support clients with diverse identities? *

a. Body image concerns are universal and unaffected by race, ethnicity, gender identity, or sexual orientation; mental health providers should treat all clients the same.
b. Body image concerns vary based on individual factors such as race, ethnicity, gender identity, and sexual orientation; mental health providers can support clients by acknowledging cultural differences, practicing active listening, and respecting diverse experiences.
c. Body image concerns are solely determined by genetics and biology; mental health providers should focus on biological interventions.
d. Body image concerns are exaggerated by individuals from marginalized communities; mental health providers should encourage conformity to mainstream beauty standards.

Identify at least three evidence-based interventions or therapeutic modalities that promote body acceptance, resilience, and holistic well-being across different body sizes. How can these interventions be tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of clients with diverse body types? *

a. Shame-based approaches, dieting, and weight loss programs; these interventions should be applied universally to all clients.
b. Mindfulness-based practices, Somatic Therapy, and Health At Every Size® (HAES®) principles; mental health providers can tailor these interventions by incorporating cultural sensitivity, addressing barriers to access, and collaborating with clients to set individualized goals.
c. Ignoring body image concerns, focusing solely on symptom reduction, and promoting weight loss; these approaches are effective for all clients regardless of body size.
d. Strict dietary restrictions, calorie counting, and weight monitoring; mental health providers can tailor these interventions by encouraging clients to adhere to societal beauty standards.

Reflect on your own biases, assumptions, and beliefs about body size and weight. How can you cultivate a more compassionate and inclusive approach to mental health care that prioritizes the dignity, autonomy, and inherent worth of clients of all sizes? *

a. Deny the existence of personal biases; focus solely on providing evidence-based treatments.
b. Recognize personal biases and assumptions; actively work on challenging and unlearning them, seek supervision and ongoing education on diversity and inclusion, and commit to creating a safe and affirming environment for clients of all sizes.
c. Ignore clients' experiences and perspectives that challenge personal biases; maintain a rigid adherence to traditional therapeutic approaches.
d. Reinforce societal norms around body size and weight; encourage clients to conform to idealized beauty standards to improve self-esteem.

What lessons from this session are you taking with you into the world?

As a result of this session, what actionable steps will you make professionally or personally?

What will you do to continue learning about the topics covered in the session?

Evening Entertainment with Sofie Hagen

Will I Ever Have (Fat) Sex Again? Q&A + Reading

Did you attend this session? *

I attended the live session.
I watched the recording.
I did not attend this session.

Are you requesting a continuing education certificate of completion/attendance for this session? (CEs are only available to the Professional Membership tier) *

I am requesting a certificate of attendance to support my individual submission for continuing education credits.
I am not requesting a CE certificate.

What lessons from this session are you taking with you into the world?

As a result of this session, what actionable steps will you make professionally or personally?

What will you do to continue learning about the topics covered in the session?

Fat People & Movement: How Fat People Can Move & Reclaim their Fat Joy

Presented by Kanoelani Patterson

Did you attend this session? *

I attended the live session.
I watched the recording.
I did not attend this session.

Are you requesting a continuing education certificate of completion/attendance for this session? (CEs are only available to the Professional Membership tier) *

I am requesting a certificate of completion for CDR pre-approved credits.
I am requesting a certificate of attendance to support my individual submission for continuing education credits.
I am not requesting a CE certificate.

Select Yes or No to describe attributes of the Continuing Professional Education: - Utilized best available research evidence

- Included ample peer-reviewed references to substantiate content

- Expertise of Provider / presenter contributed to content quality

- Target audience was appropriate

- Met educational needs and / or addressed practice gaps

- Included practical information for implementing changes to practice

- Provided a balanced perspective / stated benefits and shortcomings

Please describe any other noteworthy attributes of the CPE activity:

If you selected No for any of the above, please elaborate:

- Included a focus on differences that may vary within and between patient / client populations

- Established an environment or facilitated interactions which encouraged and respected diverse and divergent experiences and viewpoints

- Encouraged reflection on bias and privilege and the promotion of personal growth

If you selected No for any of the above, please elaborate: (copy)

Select Yes or No or No Answer to describe the language in the materials / presentation: - Free of bias

- Non-discriminatory

- Inclusive

- Conscious of honoring how individuals choose to identify themselves

- Free of microaggressions

I'm unfamiliar with one or more of the concepts presented above

As a result of the education do you plan to: (select all that apply)

Share the information / collaborate with colleagues
Review supplementary information to support or expand your learning
Seek additional CPE activities related to the topic
Alter the methods in which you care for patients / clients / customers
No action
Other (describe)

RDs and DTRs may share information with CDR staff regarding the quality of this or any CDR CPEU Prior Approved Activity by emailing QualityCPE@eatright.org.

Based on this session, identify ways in which movement practitioners can be more weight inclusive for fat people? *

Being trauma informed
Identifying biases (both implicit and explicit)
Changing language around fatness
Collaborating with fat people over their needs
All the Above

What are some things that ARE NOT barriers to fat people in movement spaces? *

Weight Stigma
Surveillance
Fat Positive trainer
Diet Culture

What are some strategies to provide compassionate and empathetic care to fat people? *

Check your privilege.
Listen to Fat people/active listening.
Acknowledge inherent power dynamics.
Always include fat people in the process.
All of the Above

Movement always has to be joyful. *

True
False

Intersectionality has nothing to do with fitness and we should just ignore it and treat everyone the same. *

True
False

What lessons from this session are you taking with you into the world?

As a result of this session, what actionable steps will you make professionally or personally?

What will you do to continue learning about the topics covered in the session?

Closing Keynote with Shilo George

Chairs, Stares, and Healthcare Fares: Navigating the Costs and Challenges of Superfat Disability

Did you attend this session? *

I attended the live session.
I watched the recording.
I did not attend this session.

Are you requesting a continuing education certificate of completion/attendance for this session? (CEs are only available to the Professional Membership tier)

I am requesting a certificate of completion for CDR pre-approved credits.
I am requesting a certificate of attendance to support my individual submission for continuing education credits.
I am not requesting a CE certificate.

Select Yes or No to describe attributes of the Continuing Professional Education: - Utilized best available research evidence

- Included ample peer-reviewed references to substantiate content

- Expertise of Provider / presenter contributed to content quality

- Target audience was appropriate

- Met educational needs and / or addressed practice gaps

- Included practical information for implementing changes to practice

- Provided a balanced perspective / stated benefits and shortcomings

Please describe any other noteworthy attributes of the CPE activity:

If you selected No for any of the above, please elaborate:

- Included a focus on differences that may vary within and between patient / client populations

- Established an environment or facilitated interactions which encouraged and respected diverse and divergent experiences and viewpoints

- Encouraged reflection on bias and privilege and the promotion of personal growth

If you selected No for any of the above, please elaborate:

Select Yes or No or No Answer to describe the language in the materials / presentation: - Free of bias

- Non-discriminatory

- Inclusive

- Conscious of honoring how individuals choose to identify themselves

- Free of microaggressions

I'm unfamiliar with one or more of the concepts presented above

As a result of the education do you plan to: (select all that apply)

Share the information / collaborate with colleagues
Review supplementary information to support or expand your learning
Seek additional CPE activities related to the topic
Alter the methods in which you care for patients / clients / customers
No action
Other (describe)

RDs and DTRs may share information with CDR staff regarding the quality of this or any CDR CPEU Prior Approved Activity by emailing QualityCPE@eatright.org.

Which of the following best describes the financial challenges faced by individuals who are both superfat and physically disabled? *

There are no additional costs beyond regular medical expenses.
Costs are higher due to the need for customized mobility equipment and inadequate insurance coverage.
Costs are lower because they can use standard medical equipment.
Financial challenges are only related to insurance premiums.

True or False: Internalized ableism refers to the discrimination and social prejudice against people with disabilities by society. *

True
False

What is one key principle of disability justice? *

Capitalism should drive the availability of medical equipment.
Leadership by those most impacted is essential.
Only visible disabilities should be accommodated.
Disabilities should be treated purely as medical conditions without considering social factors.

Which of the following is NOT a common challenge when navigating the process of obtaining suitable mobility devices? *

Lack of information on where to find appropriate devices.
The process is straightforward and requires minimal effort.
Various acquisition methods need to be explored, including insurance, crowdfunding, and grants.
Many devices need to be customized to fit individual needs.

True or False: Health insurance typically provides comprehensive coverage for chronic illness management and durable medical equipment for individuals who are superfat and disabled. *

True
False

What lessons from this session are you taking with you into the world?

As a result of this session, what actionable steps will you make professionally or personally?

What will you do to continue learning about the topics covered in the session?

Do you have any other last comments or thoughts to share with the ASDAH Leadership Team?

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