WNW Series: Weight-Neutral Schools with Dr. Shelly Russell-Mayhew

02/11/2021 32 min
WNW Series: Weight-Neutral Schools with Dr. Shelly Russell-Mayhew

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Episode Synopsis

This episode is part of our mini-series on weight-neutral wellbeing (WNW). Dana and Elizabeth talk with Dr. Shelly Russell-Mayhew about how to apply a weight-neutral approach to health education and promotion. We discuss concerns with weight-centric health promotion and strategies on how to make a cultural shift towards more inclusive health messages. Dr. Shelly Russell-Mayhew is a Registered Psychologist and Professor at the Werklund School of Education at the University of Calgary. Her research has focused on the prevention and treatment of eating and weight-related issues, as well as school-based prevention programs. Full show notes can be found at www.teacherfanclub.com/podcast

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