The Evaluation and Treatment of Eating Disorders

by Diane Gibson

Overview

This important volume addresses a growing problem prevalent in hospitalized patients--eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa and bulimia. Experts present the latest findings on the theories, evaluation, and treatment of this pernicious syndrome. Clearly written and up-to-the-minute, this outstanding collection of interdisciplinary vantage points, overlapping theories, and program applications will be of great value to front-line clinicians. Also included are historical perspectives, the treatment and rehabilitation of eating disorders, characteristics of families with eating disorders, and much more.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781317840220
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	02/04/2014
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	166
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Diane Gibson

Table of Contents

Contents Foreword

• Historical Perspectives and Diagnostic Considerations
• Behavioral Treatment of Eating Disorders
• Occupational Dysfunction and Eating Disorders: Theory and Approach to Treatment
• Occupational Therapy in the Rehabilitation of the Patient With Anorexia Nervosa
• Treatment of the Hospitalized Eating Disorder Patient
• Occupational Therapy for Patients With Eating Disorders
• Characteristics and Treatment of Families With Anorectic Offspring
• When Doing Is Not Enough: The Relationship Between Activity and Effectiveness in Anorexia Nervosa