Nutrition Counseling in the Treatment of Eating Disorders
Marcia Herrin
Publisher:
Brunner-Routledge
ISBN:158391031X
Pub Date:05 DEC 2002
Type:Hardback Book
Extent:256 pages
(Dimensions 153x229 mm)
Illustrations:20
Most eating disordered patients believe themselves to be experts on the subject of nutrition, therefore the job of effective patient counseling becomes even more challenging. This book presents both nutritional and physiological information in a thoroughly detailed manner. The compilation of concepts, techniques, and alternatives makes the book unique in style and content. The book addresses the food, weight, and nutrition issues that must be tackled in the treatment of eating disordered individuals and will give professionals the necessary information for effective patient counseling.