Treating athletes with eating disorders : [online electronic book] bridging the gap between sport and clinical worlds.

Treating athletes with eating disorders : [online electronic book] bridging the gap between sport and clinical worlds.

By
Bennett, Kate.

Publication Date
2021

Subject Term
Electronic books.
 
Eating disorders.
 
Athletes -- Nutrition.
 
Eating disorders -- Treatment.

Summary
This book provides readers with concrete, tangible tools for treating athletes with eating disorders by discussing issues that are unique to athletes recovering from eating disorders and introducing specific ideas to help facilitate recovery among this population. Dr. Bennett integrates her experiences in sport and mental health to provide a comprehensive resource for all healthcare providers who support athletes with eating disorders. Traditional sport psychology interventions are introduced and translated into clinical action to help therapists align with the athletic identities of individuals recovering from eating disorders. From diagnosis and neurobiology to athletic identity and excellence, this book covers a range of topics to help readers build their own toolboxes of creative and clinically sound mental skills. This comprehensive guide provides professionals who are new to the field with essential knowledge pertaining to the treatment of eating disorders and offers experienced healthcare providers insight on treatment aspects that are unique to working with athletes.

Language
English

ISBN
9781000468410


LibraryCollectionCollectionStatus
Provincial Public LibrariesElectronic BookElectronic BookElectronic record