In The Management of Eating Disorders and Obesity, David J. Goldstein and a panel of highly respected clinicians and researchers provide physicians and other health care professionals who want to improve their diagnostic and treatment successes with a concise, practical, state-o…
There is currently no consensus on the definition of “relapse” in anorexia nervosa (AN). This study sought to extend recent theoretical work exploring relapse in AN by comparing eight theory-driven definitions of relapse constructs comprised of combinations of physical (i.e., we…
Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a relatively uncommon, but highly lethal mental illness which often begins in adolescence, follows a chronic course, and is associated with significant morbidity, impact on functioning, and reduced quality of life. Although a variety of potential patholo…
Anorexia nervosa (AN) presenting with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or obsessive compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) has resulted in poor treatment outcomes. This study compared AN, OCD, and OCPD traits in relation to gender, as little research has been conducted on mal…