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Our understanding of eating disorders has improved markedly over the past 10 years since the publication of the previous edition of this volume. Highlights in the second edition include an emphasis on the physiology of eating disorders and genetic factors related to anorexia and bulimia, theories on prevention and the identification of at-risk individuals, and the latest information on therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, constructionist, and narrative approaches as well as pharmaceutical management. The book also explores nutritional evaluation and treatment and provides specific exercise recommendations for women and children with eating disorders.

"Our understanding of eating disorders has improved markedly over the past 10 years since the publication of the previous edition of this volume. Early intervention is the key, as body dissatisfaction, obsession with thinness, and restrained and binge eating can be found in those as young as ten. Exploring prevention methods and therapeutic options, the second edition of Eating Disorders in Women and Children: Prevention, Stress Management, and Treatment is updated with new research on these devastating maladies.Highlights in the second edition include:

An emphasis on the physiology of eating disorders and genetic factors related to anorexia and bulimia
Theories on prevention and the identification of at-risk individuals
The latest information on therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, constructionist, and narrative approaches as well as pharmaceutical management
Nutritional evaluation and treatment
Specific exercise recommendations for women and children with eating disorders

With contributions from acclaimed clinicians widely known for their work with the eating disorder population, this volume recognizes the multifaceted nature of these disorders, addressesthe widening demographic range of those afflicted, and delves into the issues behind their development. It provides practical recommendations for treatment from many perspectives, presenting enormous hope for people who painfully struggle with these disorders. In addition, it explores critical measures that can be taken to help the larger population understand and work to prevent eating disorders in their communities"--

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Eating Disorders in Women and Children : Prevention, Stress Management, and Treatment, Second Edition

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