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"CEDS"

By Matthew Tiemeyer, About.com

Updated: September 26, 2006

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Definition: "Certified Eating Disorder Specialist in Mental Health." A CEDS is certified on the basis of client hours, educational credits, a certfication exam, and more. The certifying body is the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Foundation. See http://www.iaedp.com for more details.

Examples: Joan was surprised to find a CEDS in her relatively small town, but happy that someone so qualified was available.

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