Handbook of Eating Disorders [Hardcover]

Janet Treasure (Editor), Eric van Furth (Editor), Ulrike Schmidt (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0471497681 | ISBN-13: 978-0471497684 | Publication Date: March 31, 2003 | Edition: 2d Edition

This second edition of the Handbook of Eating Disorders offers a comprehensive, critical account of the whole field of eating disorders, incorporating both basic knowledge and a synthesis of the most recent developments in the area.

Many of the important developments in recent years are reflected in this expanded volume such as the basic science of appetite control, the discovery of leptin and the knowledge about the neurotramsmitters involved in eating.

An invaluable review of scientific knowledge and approaches to treatment of eating disorders from anorexia nervosa to obesity.
* Covers basic concepts and science, clinical considerations of definition and assessment, and treatment approaches
* Focuses on newer developments in research and treatment
* Reflects evidence-based approaches to treatment as a guide to best practice
* Includes many new chapters and authors who represent the most authoritative scientists and clinicians worldwide

Editorial Reviews

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"…this classic text has been rewritten, reorganised and expanded to provide a comprehensive overview of eating disorders…" (Dietetics Today, April 2003)

"…exceptional text that really brings the current literature to life …a ‘must have’ bench-book within any eating disorder service” (European Eating Disorders Review, Vol 12 No 5 Sept-Oct 2004)

“…It has given me great pleasure to read this book… the handbook is of great use both clinically and scientifically…” (European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry No.13 2004) 

"...excelling overview...is a valuable contribution to everyone working in the fields of eating disorders..." (Journal of Psychosomatic Research, June 2006)

From the Publisher

Prominent contributors provide an up-to-date review of anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, emphasizing the powerful ideas, hypotheses, and models which have dominated the field. Coverage includes a treatment model for hospital-based weight restoration, comparative therapy evaluations, empirical assessments of psychopathology (particularly body image), and the delineation of bulimia nervosa as an autonomous disorder. Topics reflect not only what is known today but also how progress can occur in the future. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 496 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 2d Edition edition (March 31, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471497681
• ISBN-13: 978-0471497684
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.1 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Eating disorders, April 12, 2003

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Joav Merrick (Israel) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Handbook of Eating Disorders (Hardcover)

In this second edition of the "Handbook of eating disorders" every chapter has been revised and rewritten with several new additional chapters in order to bring an up-to-date book on research and clinical experience in this field.
The editors Janet Treasure and Ulrike Schmidt are affiliated with Guys Hospital and Maudsley Hospital in London, while Eric van Furth is affiliated with the National Centre for Eating Disorders in the Netherlands. The 52 contributors are an all European group, except for five American researchers.
The book has 28 extensive chapters on the whole spectrum of eating disorders from anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa to obesity. Each chapter has a logic structure with recent research and extensive references that will be useful for both the researcher and clinician. The chapter on children and adolescents is written by two professionals from the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London with useful information on diagnosis, assessment and management.
This book gives a current review of eating disorders that will be useful for every professional working in this field.

Professor Joav Merrick, MD
Director, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and Medical director, Division for Mental Retardation, ...