Psychology of Eating Disorders

Häftad, Engelska, 2018

AvChristine L.B. Selby,PhD Selby, Christine L.B.,Christine L. B. Selby

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Offers a clear, concise, up-to-date introduction to eating disorders for students in the health professionsThis is a concise, accessible introduction to eating disorders for undergraduate and graduate students in psychology, as well as those specializing in health education and nutrition. Easy to read and grounded in DSM-5 definitions and the most up-to-date research, the text is designed for students in the health professions as well as health professionals seeking a basic understanding of the challenges associated with their diagnoses and treatment.Written by a licensed psychologist and certified eating disorders specialist, the book describes what eating disorders are and are not, who is likely to develop them, and signs and symptoms of specific disorders. It discusses biological, medical, psychological, interpersonal, and socio-cultural risk factors, and helps the reader to identify those who are at risk for experiencing an eating disorder and how to refer them for evaluation. Scenarios reflect the wide spectrum of people who suffer from eating disorders including young and old, male and female, and athlete and non-athlete. Uniquely, the book also covers the range of reactions someone—including treatment providers—can have to an individual diagnosed with an eating disorder. The text also delivers strategies for treatment and prevention, with overviews of their effectiveness. Print version of the book includes free, searchable, digital access to its entire contents.Key Features:Provides an easy-to-read introduction to the full range of eating disordersDiscusses risk factors and warning signs of eating disordersDiscusses evidence-based treatment approaches and preventionConsiders long-term effects of eating disordersIncludes illustrative narratives of diverse individuals with EDsAuthored by a certified eating disorders specialist

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Utgivningsdatum2018-12-13
Mått178 x 254 x 13 mm
Vikt430 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor210
FörlagSpringer Publishing Co Inc
ISBN9780826155016

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PrefaceAcknowledgmentsPart I: Eating Disorders: What Are They and Who Has Them?1. The Primary Eating Disorder Diagnoses: General Description, History, and MythsIntroductionAnorexia NervosaBulimia NervosaBinge Eating DisorderCommon Myths of Eating DisordersConclusionReferences2. Signs and SymptomsIntroductionGeneral Signs of Eating DisordersSigns and Symptoms of Specific Eating DisordersRelated Syndromes and DisordersConclusionReferences3. Age, Sex, Race, and Socioeconomic StatusIntroductionAgeSexRace/EthnicitySocioeconomic StatusConclusionReferences4. Unique PopulationsIntroductionAthletesAutism Spectrum DisorderIntellectual DisabilitiesOlder AdultsPhysical DisabilitiesReligionConclusionReferencesPart II: Risk Factors, Corrolates, and Consequences Associated With Eating Disorders5. Biological and Medical FactorsIntroductionBiological FactorsMedical FactorsConclusionReferences6. Psychological FactorsIntroductionWeight ConcernsComorbid Psychiatric DisordersPersonality FactorsConclusionReferences7. Interpersonal and Sociocultural FactorsIntroductionInterpersonal FactorsSociocultural FactorsConclusionReferencesPart III: Identifying and Referring Those Who Are at Risk8. Screening and AssessmentIntroductionScreeningSCOFF Screening ToolAssessmentConclusionReferences9. Making an Effective ReferralIntroductionFirst Line of DefenseWhat Happens When a Referral Is MadeHow Can One Increase the Chances That There Will Be Follow Through on the Referral?ConclusionReferences10. Identifying and Managing Reactions to Individuals With Eating DisordersIntroductionCountertransferenceThe Importance of Having Others to Talk toConclusionReferencesPart IV: Prevention and Treatment11. PreventionIntroductionTypes of PreventionEating Disorders PreventionCombined Eating Disorder and Obesity PreventionPrevention in Middle SchoolInternet-Based Prevention ProgramsConclusionReferences12. TreatmentIntroductionTreatment TeamLevels of CareInvoluntary TreatmentMode of TreatmentTreatment ApproachesConclusionReferences13. ScenariosScenario 1: Suzanne, a 10-Year-Old, Throws Food Away at LunchScenario 2: Stephen, a 14-Year-Old High School Student, Was Bullied Because of His WeightScenario 3: Brenda, a 19-Year-Old College Student, Has a History of Eating DisordersScenario 4: Joyce, a 55-Year-Old Married Mother of Three Adult ChildrenScenario 5: Jacinta, a 20-Year-Old Competitive Collegiate Student-AthleteScenario 6: Alex, an 18-Year-Old High School WrestlerAppendix: Professional Organizations and Their Official Stand on Eating DisordersGlossaryIndex