The Evaluation and Treatment of Eating Disorders

By Diane Gibson

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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0866565418
• ISBN13: 9780866565417
• Release Date: January 1986
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.8" x 8.3"