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Eating disorders involve complex psychological processes linked to self-worth that may challenge many mental health and allied practitioners, no matter how experienced. It is a topic little taught in clinical practice, and much of the information on the subject can seem contradictory or even inaccurate. Yet it is vital when working with such a client to have a solid understanding of what helps people improve their relationship with food and feel good about their bodies and themselves.
Based on extensive clinical experience and the latest evidence base, this new work from noted eating disorder specialist Dr Vivienne Lewis supports mental health practitioners who may be unsure how best to deal with the issue in their daily practice. Throughout the book, clients' voices shine through in numerous brief real-life stories, illustrating the personal and practical impacts of eating disorders and successful recovery.
This is a must-read for any psychologists, counsellors, nurses, youth workers, psychiatrists, doctors, dieticians or trainees who may encounter clients with eating issues. It includes sections on:
Clinical psychologist Dr Vivienne Lewis has spent more than 15 years in private practice and academia, specialising in treating people with eating disorders and training other health professionals. Her knowledge, skills and compassion have helped children, young people, and adults face and defeat the destructive mental and physical effects of eating disorders and improve body image. Vivienne knows the professional challenges of working with these clients well but also understands the reward for practitioners is seeing someone who is very unwell go on to live a healthy and fulfilling life.
Introduction
Chapter 1: What is an Eating Disorder
Chapter 2: Helping People With Eating Disorders
Chapter 3: The Dangers of Eating Disorders
Chapter 4: Who develops eating and body image issues and why?
Chapter 5: Professionals Issues of Awareness and Treatment
Chapter 6: Eating Disorder Assessment
Chapter 7: Guiding Parents Through Their Child’s Eating Disorder
Chapter 8: Therapeutic Treatment Session Breakdown
Chapter 9: Cognitive Behavioural Strategies for Increasing Body Satisfaction
Chapter 10: Feeding and Sleeping
Chapter 11: Raving About RAVES
Chapter 12: Helping Clients Socially
Chapter 14: Your Language and the Client’s Language
Chapter 15: Special Topics
Chapter 16: Binging and Distress Tolerance
Some Helpful Resources
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