An exploration of practice in schools when working with young people with eating disorders, and their families; The potential role for educational psychologists

Elms, Bethany 2020. An exploration of practice in schools when working with young people with eating disorders, and their families; The potential role for educational psychologists. DEdPsy Thesis, Cardiff University. Item availability restricted.

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Abstract

This document is divided into three sections. Part A is a detailed literature review which explores the relevant research into identifying ways Educational Psychologists (EPs) could support schools working with young people (YP) with eating disorders (EDs) and their families. A number of elements are included, such as: the aetiology of EDs, present intervention for EDs, the current support for EDs in schools, parents view, and subsequently the current and future role of the EP in supporting the needs of YP with EDs in schools. Research aims and questions are highlighted at the end of this section. Part B embodies the empirical study, which aimed to identify ways that EPs could support schools working with YP with EDs, and their families. The research has two components. The first is based on the responses of parents of YP with EDs and those of UK secondary school staff, through questionnaires exploring their views on the current support for pupils with EDs, and the support they felt is necessary. The second component focuses on the outcomes of interviews with EPs to identify ways in which the profession could provide support. Part B addresses key aspects such as methodology, results, and the discussion of the findings in relation to the research questions. Part C is the critical appraisal, which will provide an analysis of the process of the current study, including decisions made by the researcher. This section will consider a number of factors, such as the research position taken, methods, participants and recruitment, data analysis, limitations and weaknesses, and dissemination of the results.

Item Type:	Thesis (DEdPsy)
Date Type:	Completion
Status:	Unpublished
Schools:	Biosciences
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	20 July 2020
Last Modified:	06 Jan 2022 02:31
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/132925

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