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Stephen Wonderlich, PhD UND, Fargo, ND James Mitchell, MD UND, Fargo, ND Dr. Martina Zwann University Hospital Erlangen, Germany Howard Steiger, PhD McGill University, Montreal, Canada
Reviews from leading scientists and clinicians of the latest developments in key topics – including bulimia, body image, socio-cultural issues, and anorexia – with an emphasis on clinical implications. Complements Annual Review of Eating Disorders Part 1; together the two books cover the 20 topics identified by the American Academy of Eating Disorders as providing essential knowledge in the field. Contents: Psychobiology of eating disorders; Genetics of eating disorders; Socio-cultural issues and eating disorders; Epidemiology of eating disorders; Body image; Personality and eating disorders; Review of brain imaging in anorexia and bulimia nervosa; Eating disorders in children and adolescents; Treating of bulimia nervosa; Treatment of anorexia nervosa. “Very important. Successful. Well respected. Comprehensive. Appropriate for all clinicians, researchers, and trainees who work in the area of eating disorders. A great reference for those needing direction on the current available treatments.” Shiela M Dowd, PhD, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL “Presents information in manageable chunks which are easy to digest. Research is clearly linked to clinical practice. Easy to read. Helpful. Comprehensive. A valuable resource for new as well as experienced clinicians.” Primary Care and Community Psychiatry For all health professionals in the area of eating disorders, including psychologists, psychiatrists, dieticians, primary care doctors, pediatricians, counselors, and educators. |
