{"product_id":"therapy-for-eating-disorders-9781446240953","title":"Therapy for Eating Disorders","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis updated edition provides an excellent overview of the diagnosis, prevalence and causes of eating disorders, as well as a handbook for the application of evidence based interventions. A must buy for eating disorder services and individual practitioners!'\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSally Savage, Clinical Lead for Northamptonshire NHS Eating Disorders Lifespan Service\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAffecting thousands of people every year with potentially devastating consequences, anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorders are becoming increasingly evident in today's fast paced, high pressured society. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDrawing on over 20 years' experience as a practitioner, Sara Gilbert takes the reader through the complexities of working with eating disorders, drawing on practical, cognitive behavioural and educational approaches to theory, assessment, treatment and practice. Packed full of new resources for both qualified professionals and trainees, this new edition includes: \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e A\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e`Sensible, thoughtful and full of helpful ′how to′ advice for the therapist′ -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e Behaviour Research and Therapy\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e`A particularly suitable book for individuals with a general mental health training who are starting work with this patient group. It deserves to be widely read′ - \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEuropean Eating Disorders Review\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e`An invaluable resource for anyone working in, or wishing to know more about, eating disorders′ - \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDietetics Today\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWritten from a cognitive behavioural perspective, this updated edition provides an excellent overview of the diagnosis, prevalence and causes of Eating Disorders, as well as a handbook to the application of evidence based interventions. An extremely valuable resource for those already working in the field, and  an easy to access introduction for those mental health practitioners new to working with sufferers of Eating Disorders. The appendices provide excellent resources for use in the self help management or as an adjunct to therapy for sufferers and their families. A ‘must buy’ for Eating Disorder Services and individual practitioners! -- Sally Savage\u003cbr\u003eThis newly updated edition is a well-structured, accessible and thoughtful guide to the nature and treatment of eating disorders. This book will undoubtedly be valued by all practitioners working within the field of eating disorders. -- Dr Alex Willner\u003cbr\u003eSara Gilbert shares over 20 years experience covering both practical and theoretical techniques in a clear, readable manner. The technical terms used are well explained and the book offers lots of useful strategies for those working within this field. I would highly recommend this book to anyone working in the mental health sector. -- Martine Johnson\u003cbr\u003eSara Gilbert′s book is a significant contribution to the literature on eating disorders and their treatment and a useful general reference manual, especially for CBT therapists and other health service providers. This third edition is enriched by the latest research findings in the field, ranging from the DSM-5 classifications to magnetic resonance imaging techniques used to detect structural changes in the brain of people with eating disorders.  -- Flora Todaro Luck, Psychotherapist\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreface\t Acknowledgements What is an eating disorder?\t    A note about psychiatric diagnosis\t    Eating Disorders in the twenty first century\t    The relationship between weight and eating disorder\t    Anorexia nervosa    Bulimia nervosa    Binge Eating Disorder    Feeding and Eating disorders not elsewhere classified\t    Other causes of weight loss or gain or unusual eating behaviours\t Causes of the Eating Disorders\t    Psychobiological mechanisms    Psychosomatic theories    Looking for an explanation in the past\t    Eating disorder and other psychiatric diagnoses: is there a genetic susceptibility?\t    Anorexia and bulimia nervosa as sociocultural phenomena\t    Eating disorder as learned behavior\t    Eating disorder as a corollary to dieting and food deprivation\t    Conclusions Treatment for the Eating Disorders    Psychodynamic therapies    Family therapies    The use of psychotropic medication    Cognitive behaviour therapy    An outline of the characteristics of CBT    How effective is CBT for eating disorders?    Conclusions A Cognitive Behavioural and Integrative Approach to Eating Disorders\t    The theoretical basis of a cognitive behaviour therapy approach to the eating disorders     The structure of cognitive therapy for eating disorders    The acceptability of cognitive therapy for eating disorders    A broad interpretation of cognitive therapy for the eating disorders    Conclusions\t Beginning the Therapy Process\t    The initial stages\t    Some questions to ask when assessing the person with an eating disorder    The use of questionnaires in the assessment of eating disorder    Is this the right time for therapy?    Conclusion Preparing for change    Presenting the cognitive behavioural view and formulating the problem\t    Assessment of motivational stage in people with an eating disorder\t    Self-monitoring by the client    Setting the agenda for therapy    A focus on emotions and coping strategies\t    Psychoeducation\t Nutritional Aspects of Helping the Eating-Disordered Client\t    Nutritional knowledge of eating-disordered clients\t    Nutritional counselling\t    The body′s need for good nutrition\t    Knowledge about energy balance and weight regulation\t    Information about the specific effects of bingeing and purging\t    Information about the effects of food and eating on metabolism\t    Establishing a normal eating pattern with obese binge eaters: to diet or not?\t    Establishing weight gain with anorexics\t Behavioural Techniques\t    Self-monitoring\t    Target setting    Behavioural experiments\t    Self-reward\t    Scheduling pleasant events\t    Behavioural techniques for controlling overeating (self-control)\t    Taking exercise\t    Practising ′normal′ eating\t    Exposure\t    Assertiveness around food\t    Relaxation and stress management\t    Conclusion\t Cognitive Techniques\t    Identifying negative thoughts\t    Answering negative thoughts\t    Homework\t    Identifying and dealing with dysfunctional assumptions and core beliefs\t    Modifying assumptions and core beliefs\t    Exploring the meaning of eating disorder symptoms\t    Getting ′stuck′\t    Conclusion\t Adapting to Different Situations and Dealing with Endings\t    Working with severe and complex cases\t    The end of the therapy relationship\t    Preventing relapse\t    Involving family members in the therapy process\t    Working with groups\t    Working in parallel with other treatments\t    Conclusion\t Conclusion\t    Appendix 1: Some useful web pages\t    Appendix 2: Eating Problems: Resources for Clients\t    Appendix 3: Eating Disorders and their Effects      Appendix 4: Guidelines for Normal Healthy Eating\t    Appendix 5: The Effects of Strict Dieting and Starvation and of Giving Them Up\t    Appendix 6: Medical and Physical Problems Caused by the Symptoms of Eating Disorders\t    Appendix 7: Controlling What You Eat\t    Appendix 8: Giving Up Vomiting as a Way to Control Your Weight or Deal with Stress\t    Appendix 9: Learning to be Assertive about What You Eat: A Bill of Rights\t References\t Index","brand":"Sage Publications Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48739314139479,"sku":"9781446240953","price":999.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/therapy-for-eating-disorders-9781446240953","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}