Counselling for Eating Disorders (Therapy in Practice)

`An invaluable resource for anyone working in or wishing to know more about eating disorders... for those new to eating disorders, there are some useful appendices that would give a head start to anyone entering this speciality.... If you work in eating disorders, this book would be a frequently used addition to your bookshelf′ -Dietetics Today The book provides an up-to-date account of current definitions and causes of abnormal eating patterns. It then considers the theoretical basis and practical effectiveness of using cognitive behavioural therapy in the treatment of clients. The key issues related to counselling these client groups are dealt with in detail with additional chapters devoted to: assessing cli