ANNUAL REVIEW OF EATING DISORDERS PART 2 - 2008
2008168 pages Paperback
ISBN-10 1 84619 244 7
ISBN-13 9781846192449
Edited by Stephen Wonderlich, James E Mitchell, Martina De Zwaan and Howard Steiger, respectively Professor and Associate Chair, Neuropsychiatric Research Institute and Department of Clinical Neuroscience, University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Fargo, North Dakota, USA; Professor and Chairman, Neuropsychiatric Research Institute and Department of Clinical Neuroscience, University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Fargo, North Dakota, USA; Professor of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Erlangen, Germany; Director, Eating Disorders Program, Douglas Mental Health University Institute, Psychiatry Department, McGill University, Montreal, Canada
Foreword by Kelly Klump, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Michigan State University
Description
This guide draws together the latest developments in eating disorders. Together with its companion volume Annual Review of Eating Disorders Part 1-2007, this resource covers the twenty key topics.
It is a compilation of reviews from leading scientists and clinicians, and is the essential update for busy professionals and health researchers, with a clear emphasis on clinical implications. It also provides invaluable information for psychologists, psychiatrists, dieticians, family doctors, pediatricians, counsellors and educators.
‘An impressive collection of comprehensive reviews covering the state-of-the-science in the eating disorders field. These reviews evaluate clinical and empirical data published in 2004-2006 examining issues as diverse as neurobiological influences, body image, and treatment of eating disorders. The depth and scope of the reviews are a testament to the hard work of the editors and the authors who volunteered their time for this important project.’
Kelly L Klump, in the Foreword
Review Quotes ‘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
‘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, Illinois, USA
The authors successfully summarize this advancing field. Of interest to new readers as well as returning practitioners or researchers. Concise .... a useful reference tool. DOODYS REVIEW SERVICE
 Psychobiology of eating disorders Genetics of eating disorders Sociocultural influences on eating disorders Epidemiology of eating disorders Body image Personality and eating disorders Neuroimaging Eating disorders in children and adolescents Treatment of bulimia nervosa Treatment for anorexia nervosa
Evelyn Attia Katie Bannon Amanda Joelle Brown Kristen M Culbert Janine DesForges Angela Favaro Julie A Gravener Brooke E Heinicke Hans W Hoek Pamela K Keel Kelly L Klump Bryan Lask Mario Maj Palmiero Monteleone Anu Raevuori Susan J Paxton Maria Øverås Kathleen Pike Anna Keski-Rahkonen Kristin M von Ranson Paolo Santonastaso Jennifer D Slane Janet Treasure G Terence Wilson Eirin Winje
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