Psychotherapeutic Understanding of Eating Disorders in Children and Young People: Ways to Release the Imprisoned Self

This book is a valuable resource for understanding and treating severe eating disorders in children and young people,using a psychotherapeutic and psychoanalytic approach. It features case studies and addresses core issues such as self-harm, hallucinations, and suicide, as well as related topics like depression and psychosis. Written by an eminent author, it will be a key text for anyone interested in this field.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 260 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking book delves into the realm of psychotherapy, offering a profound exploration of its potential to address severe eating disorders among children and young individuals. Through captivating case studies, it vividly illustrates the transformative power of releasing an imprisoned self from the clutches of suffering. The book addresses a multitude of core issues, including self-harm, hallucinations, and the perilous threat of suicide, while also delving into related topics such as depression and psychosis. By shedding light on the psychological underpinnings of eating disorders, it contextualizes therapy within hospital, clinical, and multidisciplinary settings, showcasing how psychoanalytic theory can be effectively applied across diverse contexts and within various teams. Authored by an esteemed expert in the field, this comprehensive text serves as a vital resource for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of eating disorders in children from a psychotherapeutic and psychoanalytic perspective.

Weight: 400g
Dimension: 234 x 156 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367491871