Identifying and treating eating disorders.
| Autor: | Williams PM, Goodie J |
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| Zdroj: | Family Practice Recertification; Aug2007, Vol. 29 Issue 8, p16-23, 8p |
| Abstrakt: | Eating disorders are a spectrum of psychiatric conditions associated with significant morbidity and mortality. They are characterized by abnormal eating patterns and a preoccupation with body shape and weight. Although these behaviors have serious medical consequences, most are reversible with nutritional rehabilitation. The family physician plays a key role in diagnosing eating disorders and collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team of behavioral health providers and dietitians. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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