Group psychotherapy for eating disorders
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Group psychotherapy for eating disorders
American Psychiatric Press, c1992
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Description
This is the first book to fully explore the use of group therapy in the treatment of eating disorders. Contributors offer practical guidelines on the strategies and interventions employed in a variety of treatment approaches. Group Psychotherapy for Eating Disorders integrates theory and application to clarify why and how particular group approaches are applicable to specific situations. It highlights the tactics and techniques by which the group modality can be successfully adapted for a variety of purposes.
Table of Contents
Eating Disorder Groups in Perspective. Overview of the eating disorders. Introduction to group concepts. Medical assessment and management. Cognitive-behavioral group treatment for bulimia nervosa: integrating psychoeducation and psychotherapy. Interpersonal group psychotherapy. Specialized Group Treatment. Inpatient group treatment. Day hospital group treatment. Body image groups. Family relations groups. Sexual abuse groups. Adolescent group treatment. Support and self-help groups. Continuing care groups for chronic anorexia nervosa. Appendix: The road to recovery: a manual for participants in the psychoeducational group for bulimia nervosa.
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