Eating Disorders

Suitable for practicing physicians who provide primary and preventive care to women, this series provides concise review of topics of significance to women. It focuses on the manifestation of conditions in women and their special needs, with emphasis on interventions appropriate to office practice.

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This monograph is designed to enable physicians to:
Distinguish illnesses that fall within the spectrum of eating disorders: anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, eating disorder not otherwise specified, and binge-eating disorder
Understand the biologic, psychologic, social, and cultural factors that underlie the development of disordered eating
Recognise the impact of eating disorders in special populations: adolescents, athletes, individuals with diabetes mellitus, older women, and pregnant patients
Develop treatment strategies that include a multidisciplinary team approach and referral plan to address a women's medical, psychologic, and nutritional needs
Updated information in this monograph includes the most current American Diabetes Association recommendations for patient care.