Friday, March 6, 2009: 3:45 PM-5:15 PM
Shanghai (Westin Long Beach)
Self-perception, body image and self-esteem are central issues in eating disorders. Brain chemistry is an important factor in self-perception. Neurotransmitters can affect self-perception. Brain chemistry imbalances can affect self-image, and disordered thinking can affect brain chemistry. Identification and correction of brain chemistry imbalances are integral to developing effective treatment plans. This session will explore brain chemistry and its affect on body image and the effects of eating disorders on brain chemistry. The session will also feature an in-depth look at ways to identify and overcome brain chemistry imbalances in individuals with eating disorders to help improve self-perception and body image.
1) Brain chemistry’s role in self-perception and body image
2) Neurotransmitters involved with self-perception and body image
a) Dopamine
b) Serotonin
c) Others
3) Disordered thinking and its effect on brain chemistry
4) Identification brain chemistry imbalances
a) Symptoms of brain chemistry imbalances
b) Methods to assess for brain chemistry imbalances
5) Methods to correct imbalances in brain chemistry
a) Diet
b) Activity
c) Lifestyle
Eating disorders are characterized by alterations in self-perception, body image and self-esteem. Imbalances in brain chemistry can lead to changes in these same areas of perception. Disordered thinking can also have a powerful effect on brain chemistry. The effects of brain chemistry imbalances in individuals with eating disorders can be very profound. Identification and correction of brain chemistry imbalances are important steps in an effective treatment plan. Once brain chemistry imbalances have been corrected self-perception, body image and self-esteem issues can be dealt with more effectively. This session will explore the issues surrounding brain chemistry and its effect on body image as well as the effects of eating disorders on brain chemistry. The session will also feature an in-depth look at ways to identify and overcome brain chemistry imbalances in individuals with eating disorders to help improve self-perception and body image.
Primary Presenter:
Joel C. Robertson, Pharm., D
Dr. Joel Robertson is Founder and CEO of Robertson Technologies and Robertson Wellness. He is a leader in brain chemistry and human behavior, an internationally recognized clinician, best-selling author, lecturer, and consultant. In the past 25 years, over 14,000 individuals have been assessed and treated using his proprietary, scientifically-based tools. His online Brain Chemistry programs have been specifically developed to help individuals overcome the personal inhibitors that compromise overall health, wellness, and performance. He has been a featured speaker at numerous professional conferences. His clients include General Motors, Fuji Photo Films, Dow Corning Corporation, and the US Department of Defense.
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