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Eating Disorders: A Simplified Guide to Understanding, Diagnosis, and Recovery: Comprehensive Insights on Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatment Strategies

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Eating A Simplified Guide to Understanding, Diagnosis, and Recovery

Comprehensive Insights on Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatment Strategies

By Kyle C. Garrett, MD, PhD, and Nannie T. Bradshaw, PsyD, CEDS

A Practical and Compassionate Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing, and Treating Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are complex conditions affecting millions worldwide, with serious implications for physical and mental health. This comprehensive yet accessible guide provides essential insights into the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for conditions such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder (BED), ARFID, and OSFED.

Written by Kyle C. Garrett, MD, PhD, a leading physician and researcher, and Nannie T. Bradshaw, PsyD, CEDS, a certified eating disorder specialist, this book combines scientific expertise with compassionate care to help individuals, families, and clinicians navigate the path to recovery.

Key Topics Covered:

✔ Understanding Eating Disorders – Causes, risk factors, and myths vs. facts

✔ Diagnosis and Clinical Assessment – Recognizing symptoms and co-occurring conditions

✔ Medical and Psychological Complications – Effects on the body and mind

✔ Evidence-Based Treatments – CBT, DBT, FBT, medication, and nutritional rehabilitation

✔ Recovery and Relapse Prevention – Long-term strategies for lasting wellness

✔ Special Populations – Eating disorders in men, athletes, and older adults

Who Should Read This Book?

Healthcare professionals seeking up-to-date, research-backed insights

Individuals struggling with eating disorders looking for guidance and hope

Families and caregivers who want to support a loved one effectively

Students and educators in psychology, psychiatry, and nutrition

Why This Book Stands Out:

✔ Expert-Driven & Evidence-Based – Authored by top specialists in the field

✔ Comprehensive Yet Accessible – Avoids jargon while delivering critical insights

✔ Practical & Actionable – Provides clear strategies for treatment and recovery

✔ Holistic & Compassionate – Addresses emotional, physical, and psychological healing

Recovery is possible. With the right knowledge and support, individuals can reclaim their health and well-being.

456 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 24, 2025

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Kyle Garrett

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Pseudonym for author Gary Reed.

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