Eating Disorders in Athletes
Eating Disorders in Athletes by Joaquin Dosil, published by Wiley on March 10, 2008, is a comprehensive resource that explores the intersection of sports and eating disorders. This edition, consisting of 232 pages, presents the latest research and applied practices addressing key issues related to disordered eating among athletes. The book examines the underlying factors contributing to these disorders and discusses evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment options across various sports.
Readers will find a thorough analysis of treatment methodologies and the practicalities of implementing treatment programs. The book also dedicates a chapter to the role of the internet as both a source of information and a potential avenue for treatment for athletes facing these challenges. Additionally, it includes practical examples and case studies focusing on disordered eating in high-risk sports, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the psychological and biological aspects of eating disorders in the athletic context.
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This comprehensive, up-to-date book presents the latest research and applied practice to address all of the key issues relating to sport and eating disorders. The book begins by looking at the underlying factors behind the development of disordered eating. It goes on to consider evaluation, diagnosis and treatment across a wide range of sports and assesses the various types of treatment available and the practicalities of implementing treatment programmes. A whole chapter is devoted to the role of the internet, both as a source of information and possible treatment, for athletes with these disorders. The final chapter provides four practical examples and case studies of disordered eating in high-risk sports.
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