Rackham Interdisciplinary Workshops (RIW), University of Michigan
Rackham Interdisciplinary Workshops (RIW), University of Michigan

Weight Inclusive Practice in Healthcare

This workshop will include monthly events to deepen and practice skills in providing weight inclusive healthcare counseling and how this extends to all areas of healthcare practice. We will have guest speakers, practice counseling sessions, a film screening, discussion groups, and opportunities to network with leaders in the field. Topics will include weight bias, weight stigma, disparities in healthcare, and more.



Dawn Clifford Workshop: Motivational Interviewing for Weight Inclusive Counseling

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School of Public Health Bldg I and Crossroads and Tower - 3755 (SPH1, Rm 3755)
Dawn Clifford, PhD, RD

Motivational Interviewing Expert Dawn Clifford, PhD, RD, will lead a hour workshop to enhances skills in weight inclusive care provision. We all live in a world steeped in diet culture. Our patients, who are often experiencing weight stigma, believe that the pursuit of weight loss is a viable path. Researchers have found that weight loss isn't necessary for improved health and well-being and that the pursuit of weight loss is linked to weight cycling and disordered eating. How do we steer patients in focusing on health habits that support a more holistic vision of health instead of promoting weight loss, while also providing patient-centered care? In this session you will learn how to use motivational interviewing to introduce weight inclusive approaches with your patients in a way that supports their autonomy.


Food will be provided!
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