Eating Disorders in Women and Children: Prevention, Stress Management, and Treatment [With CDROM]

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

• An accompanying CD-ROM containing a PowerPoint^(R) presentation for each chapter

With contributions from acclaimed clinicians widely known for their work with the eating disorder population, this volume recognizes the multifaceted nature of these disorders, addresses the 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.

Kristin L. Goodheart, MS is completing her PhD in clinical psychology and is conducting research about the relationships among shame, perfectionism, and symptoms of eating disorders.

James R. Clopton, PhD is a licensed psychologist with over 20 years experience doing psychotherapy and psychological assessment with children, adolescents, and adults.

Jacalyn J. McComb, PhD, FACSM is a professor in exercise physiology. Her research interest is in teaching others to cope with the stressors in their daily lives through mindfulness-based exercise programs.