Supporting Autistic People with Eating Disorders

A Guide to Adapting Treatment and Supporting Recovery

Häftad, Engelska, 2021

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This book explores the link between autism and eating disorders through testimonies from practitioners, service users and carers. Combining research findings, case studies and first-hand accounts, it provides insights into how individuals on the autism spectrum can be supported towards full recovery from an eating disorder. Edited by the lead Clinical Psychologist at the Maudsley Eating Disorder National Service, informed by their team's research, chapters focus on the unique issues arising when autism and eating disorders coexist.The contributors suggest treatment adaptations from a multi-disciplinary perspective, and touch more broadly on the topic of poor mental health outcomes for autistic individuals, and how these might be improved.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2021-03-18
Mått150 x 226 x 15 mm
Vikt363 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor272
FörlagJessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN9781787754454

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Autism och Aspergers syndrom inom Medicin
Ätstörningar inom Medicin
Klinisk psykologi inom Medicin

Although the association between autism and eating disorders was first recognised some decades ago it has taken a long time for this knowledge to have an impact on clinical practice. In this book people with autism, family members and clinical and care staff describe their experiences of a specialist service for individuals with a dual diagnosis of autism and eating disorder. It is clear from these personal accounts how recognition of autism in patients with eating disorders and appropriate adaptations to standard intervention practices, can significantly increase treatment effectiveness. The benefits for people with autism, and those living with or caring for them are also significant, not only in terms of the eating problems but also with regard to feelings of self-confidence and self-worth, and overall quality of life.