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Zusatztext This book never ceased to delight me as I turned page after page. It was hard to identify any limitations with this book, as not only is it comprehensive, it is so well organized and presented that the reader can keep much of its contents in mind . . . This truly is an invaluable resource text as well as a clinical guide backed up by current knowledge and research in Bulimia Nervosa . . . Overall, this book is a 'gem' and 'must read' for anyone working with BN or related disorders. It is an open-minded book written by an expert in the field who seems to truly care about advancing our knowledge rather than promoting one theory at the expense of valuable information from others. As a consequence this further adds weight to a coherent and well thought out cognitive model for BN. Klappentext This book provides a comprehensive review of the key psychological aspects of Bulimia Nervosa! along with associated problems! psychological theories and different treatment approaches. Drawing on research and theory from cognitive psychology and non-clinical areas! The Psychology of Bulimia Nervosa provides an original and challenging perspective on this debilitating condition. It questions assumptions about cognition and the role of standard cognitive therapy in treating the disease! suggests novel treatments! and outlines areas for further research activity. Zusammenfassung Reviews the major psychological aspects of an eating disorder characterised by recurrent episodes of binge-eating, followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviour. This book covers the features, problems, psychological theories and treatment approaches. There is focus on cognitive factors reflecting the growing interest in this condition. Inhaltsverzeichnis 1: Definition and diagnosis 2: Key features 3: The consequences and dangers of bulimia nervosa 4: Associated features: internal factors 5: Associated features: external and developmental factors 6: Epidemiology 7: Non-cognitive theories of bulimia nervosa 8: Cognitive theory 9: Evidence for cognitive theories 10: Non-cognitive treatment of bulimia nervosa 11: Cognitive therapy 12: Cognitive therapy outcomes 13: The future ...
