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Friday, December 16, 2011
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Eating Disorders and Cultures in Transitions
Mervat Nasser
Melanie A. Katzman
Richard A. Gordon
In 'The Unbearable Lightness of Being', Tereza is staring at herself in the mirror. She wonders what would happen if her nose were to grow a millimeter longer each day. How much time would it take for her to become unrecognizable?
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Should we try to incorporate more cultural aspects into therapy?
Melanie A. Katzman
Richard A. Gordon
In 'The Unbearable Lightness of Being', Tereza is staring at herself in the mirror. She wonders what would happen if her nose were to grow a millimeter longer each day. How much time would it take for her to become unrecognizable?
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Should we try to incorporate more cultural aspects into therapy?
Court Ruling Requires Insurer to Pay Cost of Residential Treatment for Eating Disorder
EDMONDS, Wash., Nov 29, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- In the wake of a federal court ruling this summer that a California woman's insurance company should pay for residential treatment that she received for anorexia nervosa, psychologist Dr. Gregory Jantz echoed the court's opinion that residential care can be medically necessary to treat severe eating disorders.
Dr. Jantz, a nationally renowned specialist in eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia, said that round-the-clock care can be required for such disorders because treating them effectively involves constantly monitoring patients' food intake and retention.
"Even intensive outpatient programs for eating disorders don't allow the opportunities for observation and intervention that a residential setting affords to therapists, nutritionists and nurses," said Dr. Jantz, who founded and operates The Center for Counseling and Health Resources, a residential treatment center based in Edmonds, Wash. Dr. Jantz is also the author of many books, including the best-selling Hope, Help and Healing for Eating Disorders, and operates the eating disorders website Caring Online.
According to Jantz, the California case revolved around Jeanene Harlick, an anorexia sufferer who received lifesaving treatment several years ago at a residential facility in St. Louis. Harlick had battled anorexia for more than 20 years, and when her condition worsened in 2006 despite intensive outpatient therapy, she checked into the Castlewood Treatment Center. Staff at Castlewood had to use a feeding tube to sufficiently increase Harlick's caloric intake.
Jantz said that Harlick's insurance company, Blue Shield of California, refused to pay for her nine-month stay at Castlewood, likening it to assisted living care, which her policy did not cover. Harlick's lawyers argued that undergoing residential treatment for anorexia is more comparable to receiving care at a skilled nursing facility, something that was covered by her policy.
The case hinged on application of California's 1999 mental health parity law. Parity laws were passed by some states to require insurers to cover treatment of mental illnesses to the same extent that they cover medical care or surgical procedures for physical ailments and injuries. A federal mental health parity law was passed in 2008, and the Harlick ruling is expected to have repercussions throughout the health care and health insurance industries.
SOURCE: The Center for Counseling and Health Resources
The Center for Counseling and Health Resources Ann McMurray, 888-771-5166 AnnM@aplaceofhope.com
Monday, November 28, 2011
When eating is a disease
The hindu
Girls and young women are more prone to eating disorders, which result in major health issues
Soujanya is a pretty young girl and has just entered the third year of college. In the past two years, she has gone from being an overweight adolescent to an extremely thin, starved-looking girl.
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What cultural aspects of India could be a protective factor against ED's?
Girls and young women are more prone to eating disorders, which result in major health issues
Soujanya is a pretty young girl and has just entered the third year of college. In the past two years, she has gone from being an overweight adolescent to an extremely thin, starved-looking girl.
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What cultural aspects of India could be a protective factor against ED's?
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Eating disorder needs to be addressed
CHEENU PRASHAR
Consulting Dietician, Max Healthcare, Delhi
Anorexia nervosa is a condition characterised by a refusal to maintain a minimal normal body weight ( defined as 15 per cent below average weight for height), voluntary self-starvation and an intense fear of becoming fat. These individuals achieve abnormally low weight by severely dieting, fasting and often by exercising compulsively. Most cases (90 per cent) are female, coming from the upper or middle class.
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How can we make society aware of the increase in ED in India?
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How can we make society aware of the increase in ED in India?
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Simple Steps To Stop Overeating
The Times Of India
Most of us think we overeat because we're hungry or the food tastes really good. But it's not that simple.
Most of us think we overeat because we're hungry or the food tastes really good. But it's not that simple.
Scientists says the two most important factors that influence how much we eat are visibility and convenience — which is why we can never pass up those biscuits when they're handed round. But a few simple tricks to stop overeating could help you lose 15-20lbs a year, effortlessly.
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What do you think has more of an impact on how much we eat? Is it the visibility or convenience?
Thursday, November 10, 2011
More Than 2000 Kids Treated For Eating Disorders in Last 3 Years! Read more: More Than 2000 Kids Treated For Eating Disorders in Last 3 Years! | Med
MedIndia by VR Sreeraman
More than 2,100 children, less than 16 years, were treated for eating disorders in the last three years, finds a study.
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Bulimic disorders and sociocentric values in north India
D. Bhugra á K. Bhui á K. R. Gupta
Abstract Background: Previous studies have shown low rates of eating disorders in some developing countries. We set out to investigate the prevalence of bulimia in an
all-female college population in north India and relate it to sociocentrism of the culture.
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What causes ED to suddenly go on the rise in certain developing countries?
Abstract Background: Previous studies have shown low rates of eating disorders in some developing countries. We set out to investigate the prevalence of bulimia in an
all-female college population in north India and relate it to sociocentrism of the culture.
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What causes ED to suddenly go on the rise in certain developing countries?
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Eating Disorders in India
T.N.SRINIVASAN, T.R.SURESH, VASANTHA JAYARAM, M.PETER FERNANDEZ
Data on the nature and extent of major eating disorders, anorexia nervosa and bulimia is lacking in
non-white, native populations of the developing world, leaving a gap in understanding the determinants of these disorders. In a study on 210 medical students examined by a two-stage survey method, 31 subjects were found to liave distress relating to their eating habits and body size not amounting to criterion-based diagnosis of eating disorders. The characteristics of this eating distress syndrome are described in relation to the major eating disorder
Read The Article
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Do you think that results from research should be more generalizable to other types of populations?
Data on the nature and extent of major eating disorders, anorexia nervosa and bulimia is lacking in
non-white, native populations of the developing world, leaving a gap in understanding the determinants of these disorders. In a study on 210 medical students examined by a two-stage survey method, 31 subjects were found to liave distress relating to their eating habits and body size not amounting to criterion-based diagnosis of eating disorders. The characteristics of this eating distress syndrome are described in relation to the major eating disorder
Read The Article
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Do you think that results from research should be more generalizable to other types of populations?
Friday, November 4, 2011
Eating Disorder East and West: A Culture Bound Syndrome Unbound
Richard A. Gordon
Debate Question
Eating Disorders appear to be on the increase in developing countries, as is evident from case reports and research data. What are the likely mechanisms for this phenomenon?
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What type of prevention programs can we put in place to avoid the rise in ED?
Debate Question
Eating Disorders appear to be on the increase in developing countries, as is evident from case reports and research data. What are the likely mechanisms for this phenomenon?
Read The Book
What type of prevention programs can we put in place to avoid the rise in ED?
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Are you addicted to food?
The Times of India by Norbert Rego
Food addiction, although controversial, has recently gained attention in scientific literature and comes under the realm of atypical eating disorders.
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Do you think that over eating is more dangerous than under eating? Why or why not?
Food addiction, although controversial, has recently gained attention in scientific literature and comes under the realm of atypical eating disorders.
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Do you think that over eating is more dangerous than under eating? Why or why not?
Monday, October 31, 2011
Findings offer new clues into the addicted brain
The Times of India -Psypost
What drives addicts to repeatedly choose drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, overeating, gambling or kleptomania, despite the risks involved?
What drives addicts to repeatedly choose drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, overeating, gambling or kleptomania, despite the risks involved?
Neuroscientists at the University of California, Berkeley, have pinpointed the exact locations in the brain where calculations are made that can result in addictive and compulsive behavior.
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Do you think that compulsive overeating is the same as other addictions?
Friday, October 28, 2011
Using a Holistic Approach to Treat Clients with Complex Co-Occurring Disorders
By Guy Oberwise, LCSW, Mood Disorders Coordinator at Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center in Lemont, Ill. Guy is also a primary therapist and Clinical Training Coordinator at TK.
April 1, 2011
Complex co-occurring disorders- three or more diagnosable addictions or disorders-occur regularly in clients, causing them continued struggle with finding a meaningful life. This article will discuss how to effectively treat those clients that come to our offices, hospitals or residential treatment centers with complex co-occurring disorders.
It is imperative for treatment professionals to understand how to holistically treat clients who have complex co-occurring disorders. These types of clients, for example, have been diagnosed with an eating disorder, substance dependence, major depression, impulse control (self harm behaviors) and post traumatic stress disorder and/or anxiety disorder. They have spent many years trying to live a life battling these mental disorders and addictive diseases. Not until the mid 1980s did programs begin using the terms "co-occurring disorders" and "dual diagnosis" while attempting to treat co-morbid mood, thought and addictive disorders. These more comprehensive approaches address the whole person from a biopsycho-spiritual approach (Stillman-Corbitt, 2009).
As a social work professional, it is essential to arm clients with key recovery tools, allowing them to have hope for the future and an understanding of how to manage these disorders and addictions. "The treatment field is now confronted with an equally daunting challenge: a skyrocketing degree of acuity and complexity seen in outpatient and inpatient settings alike. Individuals presenting for care with a simple history of alcohol dependence and depression are a rare find." (Stillman-Corbitt, 2009)
After over 25 years treating clients in a variety of settings, it was only in the last five years that there was a realization of the importance of treating clients with a holistic approach. There are several key tools available to clients that can provide the recovery structure they will need to lead them on a path of recovery..finish reading article
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Why people eat bad food out of habit
The Times of India
A study has revealed why people eat bad food out of habit, and how they can combat mindless eating.
A study has revealed why people eat bad food out of habit, and how they can combat mindless eating.
In an ingenious experiment, USC researchers gave people about to enter a movie theatre a bucket of either just-popped, fresh popcorn or stale, week-old popcorn.
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Do you know of any similar examples where people eat food out of habit?
Monday, October 24, 2011
Is anorexia eating you up?
While being treated for severe malnutrition, Simran, 34, presented a four year history of reduced appetite, severe weight loss and avoidance of food.
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What is the strongest factor that impacts anorexia? Is it reduced appetite, avoidance of food...?
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What is the strongest factor that impacts anorexia? Is it reduced appetite, avoidance of food...?
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Bulimia (Binge-Eating Syndrome)
MedConnect India Psychiatry
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An eating disorder. It involves bingeing (uncontrolled overeating) and purging (getting rid of unwanted food in the body). Bulimia affects both sexes (women much more than men). It often starts in the teen years.
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Do you think that purging is related to binging or do you think they should be looked at separately?
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
‘Food addiction’ plays major role in obesity epidemic
The Times of India
Food addiction is a reality in some individuals and should be considered as a major factor while managing the obesity epidemic, according to a new study.
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what can we do to avoid having a food addiction and what can we do to recover from one healthily?
Food addiction is a reality in some individuals and should be considered as a major factor while managing the obesity epidemic, according to a new study.
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what can we do to avoid having a food addiction and what can we do to recover from one healthily?
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
India in grip of obesity epidemic
The Times of India
Kounteya Sinha, TNN
NEW DELHI: India is now in the grip of an obesity epidemic and the trend needs to be immediately arrested by taxing junk food, restricting food ads and making food labelling clearer, according to a study.
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Some research says ED are on the rise, do you think its more obesity related ED's or Anorexia ED's?
Kounteya Sinha, TNN
NEW DELHI: India is now in the grip of an obesity epidemic and the trend needs to be immediately arrested by taxing junk food, restricting food ads and making food labelling clearer, according to a study.
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Some research says ED are on the rise, do you think its more obesity related ED's or Anorexia ED's?
Sunday, October 16, 2011
EATING DISORDERS IN INDIA
T.N.SRINIVASAN, T.R.SURESH, VASANTHA JAYARAM, M.PETER FERNANDEZ
Indian J. Psychiat
Data on the nature and extent of major eating disorders, anorexia nervosa and bulimia is lacking in non-white, native populations of the developing world, leaving a gap in understanding the determinants of these disorders.
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Eating disorders are on the rise. Do you think they are merely on the rise in white populations or are they on the rise everywhere?
Indian J. Psychiat
Data on the nature and extent of major eating disorders, anorexia nervosa and bulimia is lacking in non-white, native populations of the developing world, leaving a gap in understanding the determinants of these disorders.
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Eating disorders are on the rise. Do you think they are merely on the rise in white populations or are they on the rise everywhere?
Friday, October 14, 2011
Some girls are born to be anorexic: Study
Express India
London A new study has busted decades of belief that anorexia is mainly caused by social factors, after researchers have found some girls are born to be anorexic.
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Do you think anorexia is genetic?
London A new study has busted decades of belief that anorexia is mainly caused by social factors, after researchers have found some girls are born to be anorexic.
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Do you think anorexia is genetic?
Thursday, October 13, 2011
All about body image and eating disorders
The Times of India
A growing issue among women of all age groups is various types of eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. From an average body-conscious teenage girl to a working professional; almost everyone is obsessed with their perception of an ideal body image.
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Why do you think that eating disorders are on the rise in women?
A growing issue among women of all age groups is various types of eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. From an average body-conscious teenage girl to a working professional; almost everyone is obsessed with their perception of an ideal body image.
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Why do you think that eating disorders are on the rise in women?
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
‘Depressed’ Tevez suffered eating disorder during ‘personal crisis’
Indian Express
Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez has revealed that he suffered from depression and developed an eating disorder this summer after he failed to secure a move to Italian giants Inter Milan.
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Do you think its beneficial to those suffering from eating disorders to hear about people who have and are suffering from ED themselves?
Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez has revealed that he suffered from depression and developed an eating disorder this summer after he failed to secure a move to Italian giants Inter Milan.
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Do you think its beneficial to those suffering from eating disorders to hear about people who have and are suffering from ED themselves?
Thursday, October 6, 2011
‘Food addiction’ plays major role in obesity epidemic
The Times of India
Food addiction is a reality in some individuals and should be considered as a major factor while managing the obesity epidemic, according to a new study.
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Do you think their is a bigger increase in obesity or a bigger increase in ED such as anorexia?
Food addiction is a reality in some individuals and should be considered as a major factor while managing the obesity epidemic, according to a new study.
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Do you think their is a bigger increase in obesity or a bigger increase in ED such as anorexia?
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Eating disorder needs to be addressed
India Today
CHEENU PRASHAR Consulting Dietician, Max Healthcare, Delhi
CHEENU PRASHAR Consulting Dietician, Max Healthcare, Delhi
Anorexia nervosa is a condition characterised by a refusal to maintain a minimal normal body weight ( defined as 15 per cent below average weight for height), voluntary self-starvation and an intense fear of becoming fat. These individuals achieve abnormally low weight by severely dieting, fasting and often by exercising compulsively. Most cases (90 per cent) are female, coming from the upper or middle class.
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Do you think it is more or less difficult to help someone from India coping with an ED? Does research from other parts of the world help or hinder this recovery?
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Eating disorders, abuse history lead to pregnancy-related depression
India News Portal
June 17 (ANI) Washington: Researchers at the University of North Carolina have identified that pregnancy-related depression is linked to eating disorders and history of physical or sexual abuse.
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Do you think that these relationships are bidirectional. Are people more likely to get depression if they have eating disorders?
June 17 (ANI) Washington: Researchers at the University of North Carolina have identified that pregnancy-related depression is linked to eating disorders and history of physical or sexual abuse.
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Do you think that these relationships are bidirectional. Are people more likely to get depression if they have eating disorders?
Monday, October 3, 2011
CBT Development India
National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences
Deemed University
a multidisciplinary academic, research and health care institute in
Brain - Mind - Behavior axis in India
Behavioural Medicine Unit:
Medicine Unit began in the early 1970’s with the three- fold aim of providing behaviour therapy services, training post graduates and carrying out research in the field. The unit is a unique center, the only one of its kind in the country to offer integrated cognitive and behaviour therapies, training and research. Today, the unit offers cognitive behavioural therapies for a wide range of emotional and physical problems.
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Do you think that India's doctors and therapist should focus on one type of therapy (such as CBT) or should they learn a broad amount of skills?
a multidisciplinary academic, research and health care institute in
Brain - Mind - Behavior axis in India
Friday, September 23, 2011
Emergence of Eating Disorders in India. Study of Eating Distress Syndrome and Development of a Screening Questionnaire
International Journal of Social Psychology
T.N. Srinivasan, T.R. Suresh, Vasantha Jayaram
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Do you agree with the statement mentioned above "that non-Western cultures like India have milder forms with fewer symptoms"of eating disorders?
T.N. Srinivasan, T.R. Suresh, Vasantha Jayaram
Abstract
Eating disorders do not seem to manifest as Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia in non- Western cultures like India, but occur infrequently in milder forms with fewer symptoms, In the absence of the major disorders, standard questionnaires such as the Eating Attitudes Test appropriate for detecting severe disorders, may not be useful in identifying low-prevalence milder disorders.
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Do you agree with the statement mentioned above "that non-Western cultures like India have milder forms with fewer symptoms"of eating disorders?
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
When eating becomes a disease
Online edition of India's National Newspaper
| WOMEN & WELLNESS It's a matter of concern that girls and young women are more prone to eating disorders which result in major health issues |
Soujanya is a pretty young girl and has just entered the third year of college. In the past two years, she has gone from being an overweight adolescent to an extremely thin, starved-looking girl. Her parents are alarmed. What has happened to their daughter?
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Why do you think women are more prone to eating disorders? Is this due to social, cultural, biological etc.. reasons?
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Eating disorders lead to prenatal depression
The Times of India Health and Fitness
Researchers at the University of North Carolina have identified that pregnancy-related depression is linked to eating disorders and history of physical or sexual abuse.
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Do you think that depression leads to eating disorders or do you think that people with eating disorders are just more prone to depression? Or is their a mediator between both?
Researchers at the University of North Carolina have identified that pregnancy-related depression is linked to eating disorders and history of physical or sexual abuse.
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Do you think that depression leads to eating disorders or do you think that people with eating disorders are just more prone to depression? Or is their a mediator between both?
Friday, September 16, 2011
EATING DISORDERS IN INDIA
Indian J. Psychiat
T.N.SRINIVASAN, T.R.SURESH, VASANTHA JAYARAM, M.PETER FERNANDEZ
Data on the nature and extent of major eating disorders, anorexia nervosa and bulimia is lacking in
non-white, native populations of the developing world, leaving a gap in understanding the determinants of these disorders. In a study on 210 medical students examined by a two-stage survey method, 31 subjects were found to liave distress relating to their eating habits and body size not amounting to criterion-based diagnosis of eating disorders. The characteristics of this eating distress syndrome are described in relation to the major eating disorders. Read The Full Article
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Do you think that more research should be done on eating disorders in non-white cultures? How?
T.N.SRINIVASAN, T.R.SURESH, VASANTHA JAYARAM, M.PETER FERNANDEZ
Data on the nature and extent of major eating disorders, anorexia nervosa and bulimia is lacking in
non-white, native populations of the developing world, leaving a gap in understanding the determinants of these disorders. In a study on 210 medical students examined by a two-stage survey method, 31 subjects were found to liave distress relating to their eating habits and body size not amounting to criterion-based diagnosis of eating disorders. The characteristics of this eating distress syndrome are described in relation to the major eating disorders. Read The Full Article
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Do you think that more research should be done on eating disorders in non-white cultures? How?
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Registered Therapists
Eating Disorders Resource Centre of Ireland.
Profile on Diann Fletcher Jones.
Diann Fletcher Jones is established as one of Irelands specialized therapists in the field of eating disorders, drawing on 26 years of experience from both a personal and professional background. Her background and training allows her offer a multi faceted approach to each and every individual, providing personal and individualized analyses and treatment, in a relaxed and supportive environment.
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Do you know of any therapists that you would recommend to others with eating disorders?
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Fat Stigma Spreads Around the Globe
Tara Parker-Pope on Health
In Mexico, the latest anti-obesity public health campaign shows people with bulging stomachs eating greasy food.
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Do you think people are responsible for their bulging stomachs, or do other things come into play?
In Mexico, the latest anti-obesity public health campaign shows people with bulging stomachs eating greasy food.
“I have always thought that it’s your own fault,” said Sergio Miranda, 35, who has a shoeshine stand in Mexico City. “People eat just things that make them fat, like bread and pizza.”
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Do you think people are responsible for their bulging stomachs, or do other things come into play?
Friday, September 9, 2011
Colorado Springs Professional Networking Luncheon Invitation - September 22, 2011
Join your professional colleagues and
well-known National Treatment Providers
well-known National Treatment Providers
Harmony Foundation, Hazelden Springbrook, Las Vegas Recovery Center and Timberline Knolls
for a relaxing networking luncheon
for a relaxing networking luncheon
Thursday, September 22, 2011
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Sunbird Restaurant
230 Point of the Pines Drive, Colorado Springs
The Sunbird Restaurant
230 Point of the Pines Drive, Colorado Springs
*Please RSVP by Friday, September 16, 2011
to Christina Gorman, Timberline Knolls, 312.608.1378 or cgorman@timberlineknolls.com
to Christina Gorman, Timberline Knolls, 312.608.1378 or cgorman@timberlineknolls.com
Bring your business cards and other information about your practice.
Please feel free to pass this invitation to other behavioral health professionals who may wish to join us.
Please feel free to pass this invitation to other behavioral health professionals who may wish to join us.
Your Hosts for this luncheon are:
HARMONY FOUNDATION, INC., Estes Park, CO
Harmony Foundation is the leader in alcohol and other drug addiction treatment in Colorado for over 42 years. We offer residential treatment programs and do accept many insurance plans. Our method of treatment is designed to address the physical, emotional, spiritual and social aspects of the disease. We feature separate men’s and women’s treatment on a 42 acre campus in a wonderful therapeutic environment at the foot of Rocky Mountain National Park. Harmony has 24 hour nursing care, medically managed detoxification, family program, cost free intervention services, and lifetime cost-free aftercare. Admissions: 1-866-686-7867 Local Contact: Duke Rumely.
HAZELDEN SPRINGBROOK, Newberg, Oregon
Hazelden Springbrook is recognized as a leader in the treatment of physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals. Hazelden high quality treatment includes a gender specific, abstinence-based program including comprehensive mental health services for dual-diagnosis, family program, and innovative continuing care services. Hazelden Springbrook is a preferred provider with Aetna and Value Options insurance—call today for an assessment. Admissions: 866-866-4662 – Local Contact: Betsy Haverlandt 503-798-3235 – betsyh@hazelden.org
LAS VEGAS RECOVERY CENTER (LVRC), Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas Recovery Center is a provider of innovative and comprehensive treatment services for addiction to alcohol or other drugs. Our programs include medical detoxification, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and a family renewal program. We specialize in treatment of chronic pain with expertise in opioid-free pain management and rehabilitation. Admissions: 1-800-790-0091 - Regional Contact: Jan Alberti 360-593-7636 – jalberti@centralrecovery.com
TIMBERLINE KNOLLS, Lemont, IL
Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center is located on 43 beautiful acres just outside Chicago, offering a nurturing environment of recovery for women ages 12 and older struggling to overcome eating disorders, substance abuse, mood disorders, trauma and co-occurring disorders. By serving with uncompromising care, relentless compassion and an unconditional joyful spirit, we help our residents help themselves in their recovery. Facility: 877-257-9611 – www.timberlineknolls.com Christina Gorman at 312-608-1378 or cgorman@timberlineknolls.com WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!! PLEASE RSVP EARLY - SPACE IS LIMITED
Bulimic disorders and sociocentric values in north India
Soc Psychiatry Psychiatr Epidemiol (2000)
D. Bhugra á K. Bhui á K. R. Gupta
Abstract Background: Previous studies have shown low rates of eating disorders in some developing countries. We set out to investigate the prevalence of bulimia in an
all-female college population in north India and relate it to sociocentrism of the culture.
Read More
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Why do you think certain countries have lower or higher rates of eating disorders? Do you think that we as a society can change these rates?
D. Bhugra á K. Bhui á K. R. Gupta
Abstract Background: Previous studies have shown low rates of eating disorders in some developing countries. We set out to investigate the prevalence of bulimia in an
all-female college population in north India and relate it to sociocentrism of the culture.
Read More
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Why do you think certain countries have lower or higher rates of eating disorders? Do you think that we as a society can change these rates?
Friday, September 2, 2011
QUESTION & ANSWER: YOGA IN THE TREATMENT OF DISORDERED EATING AND BODY IMAGE DISTURBANCE
How can the Practice of Yoga be Helpful in
Recovery from an Eating Disorder?
ROBIN BOUDETTE
Princeton University, Princeton, and Four Winds Yoga Studio, Penningtion, New Jersey, USA
The ancient Indian practice of yoga has enjoyed a surge of popularity in the
last several years, supported by an increasing awareness of the indisputable
link between a person’s overall physical and mental health and the inner
peace and well being that yoga is designed to achieve.
Read The Article
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It seems that Yoga can be beneficial to the recovery of Eating Disorders. Do you know of other activities that can give the same advantages?
Recovery from an Eating Disorder?
ROBIN BOUDETTE
Princeton University, Princeton, and Four Winds Yoga Studio, Penningtion, New Jersey, USA
The ancient Indian practice of yoga has enjoyed a surge of popularity in the
last several years, supported by an increasing awareness of the indisputable
link between a person’s overall physical and mental health and the inner
peace and well being that yoga is designed to achieve.
Read The Article
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It seems that Yoga can be beneficial to the recovery of Eating Disorders. Do you know of other activities that can give the same advantages?
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Monday, August 15, 2011
Bulimic disorders and sociocentric values in north India
Soc Psychiatry Psychiatr Epidemiol (2000) 35: 86±93
D. Bhugra á K. Bhui á K. R. Gupta
Abstract Background: Previous studies have shown low rates of eating disorders in some developing countries. We set out to investigate the prevalence of bulimia in an all-female college population in north India and relate it to sociocentrism of the culture. Methods: A total of 504 students in an all-girls private college in an industrial town in north India completed the Hindi translation of the Bulimia Investigatory Test, Edinburgh (BITE). A random sample of 50 students, irrespective of their scores, were interviewed using the DSM-III-R interview for eating disorders; they were also asked about qualitative aspects of their relationship with the family and their own views of their identity. Results: There was no effect of age, social class, religion or height on the distribution of BITE scores. Three key factors emerged; these were related to the constructs of compulsive activ ity, impulsivity/sociocentric avoidance and associated attitudinal responses and depressive thinking with fea tures of helplessness and feelings of failure.Acculturation was not related to BITE scores. Virtually all interviewees had sociocentric views of theirselves. Conclusions: Sociocentrism and impulsivity account for a significant amount of the variance. The role of sociocentrism in inuencing patterns of eating deserves to be studied further.
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D. Bhugra á K. Bhui á K. R. Gupta
Abstract Background: Previous studies have shown low rates of eating disorders in some developing countries. We set out to investigate the prevalence of bulimia in an all-female college population in north India and relate it to sociocentrism of the culture. Methods: A total of 504 students in an all-girls private college in an industrial town in north India completed the Hindi translation of the Bulimia Investigatory Test, Edinburgh (BITE). A random sample of 50 students, irrespective of their scores, were interviewed using the DSM-III-R interview for eating disorders; they were also asked about qualitative aspects of their relationship with the family and their own views of their identity. Results: There was no effect of age, social class, religion or height on the distribution of BITE scores. Three key factors emerged; these were related to the constructs of compulsive activ ity, impulsivity/sociocentric avoidance and associated attitudinal responses and depressive thinking with fea tures of helplessness and feelings of failure.Acculturation was not related to BITE scores. Virtually all interviewees had sociocentric views of theirselves. Conclusions: Sociocentrism and impulsivity account for a significant amount of the variance. The role of sociocentrism in inuencing patterns of eating deserves to be studied further.
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Friday, August 12, 2011
Eating Disorders Latest
Asia Best Doctors 2010
This week has been a notable one for those dealing with or treating eating disorders.
HBO has released its highly controversial documentary called thin, and a major advocacy group has announced it’s received notice from the government that eating disorders are not just a mental illness--they are biologically based.
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This week has been a notable one for those dealing with or treating eating disorders.
HBO has released its highly controversial documentary called thin, and a major advocacy group has announced it’s received notice from the government that eating disorders are not just a mental illness--they are biologically based.
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What do you think about the article saying "eating disorders are not just a mental illness--they are biologically based". Do you think this is true and to what extent?
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Eating Disorders are Global
by victorian — last modified Mar 29, 2010 05:28 PM
Happy New Year everyone! I am writing to you today from India! Just another one of the "mobile" blessings of blogging.
I have been here for the past two weeks and have been profoundly moved by the Indian women here in Tenali, a small region of India here in Andarha Pradesh. I came here on a mission trip with a group of people to serve the Harvest India orphans, elderly, leapors and women rescued from sex trafficking.
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The author outlines the many similarities between victims of sex trafficking to those with eating disorders. What major characteristic not mentioned in the article are shared between these two groups of individuals?
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Eating Disorders: Threat To Indian Youth
By Dr Samir Parikh
Mira*, a 14 year old girl, has been eating just one chapatti for lunch and having only curd for dinner for the past three months. Her liquid intake is less than a glass a day. She refuses to eat more, takes several hours to finish a meal and turns aggressive if she is forced to increase her diet.
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The article covers many different aspects of eating disorders. Based on the information given, what type of symptoms or signs could help identify when someone has eating disorders?
Mira*, a 14 year old girl, has been eating just one chapatti for lunch and having only curd for dinner for the past three months. Her liquid intake is less than a glass a day. She refuses to eat more, takes several hours to finish a meal and turns aggressive if she is forced to increase her diet.
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The article covers many different aspects of eating disorders. Based on the information given, what type of symptoms or signs could help identify when someone has eating disorders?
Monday, August 1, 2011
Anorexia takes hold in India
 | Jill McGivering BBC Asia analyst |
 In a country where many go hungry, anorexia is unknown to most |
But psychiatrists in urban areas are reporting cases of anorexia nervosa, the so-called slimming disease that can cause sufferers to starve themselves to death.
Most people in India have still not heard of the condition but Delhi psychiatrist Sanjay Chugh says he has seen an explosion in anorexia cases over the past few years.
He says a typical case could be a 17-year-old girl of around five feet six (1.68m) weighing just 4st 10lbs (30kg) who is convinced she is overweight.
"You can actually see her bones sticking out of her body," Dr Chugh says.
 For [the public], a person who's starving herself to death must be stupid  Dr Sanjay Chugh |
Monday, May 2, 2011
Eating Disorders in India
Teens turning anorexic for `perfect shape'
LUCKNOW: An Assocham survey on teenage anorexia has thrown up results that suggest that nearly 25% teenagers in Lucknow follow a diet plan and are anorexic.
According to the study, conducted by Assocham Social Development Foundation (ASDF), youngsters in the age group of 12-25 years use diet pills, fat burners, fast and some even resort to self-induced vomiting, in order to stay slim and look attractive...finish article
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Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Anorexia Takes Hold in India
BBC News - Jill McGivering , BBC Asia analyst
Most people in India struggle to get enough to eat - one estimate is that 60% of India's women are clinically malnourished.
But psychiatrists in urban areas are reporting cases of anorexia nervosa, the so-called slimming disease that can cause sufferers to starve themselves to death... finish reading article
Most people in India struggle to get enough to eat - one estimate is that 60% of India's women are clinically malnourished.
But psychiatrists in urban areas are reporting cases of anorexia nervosa, the so-called slimming disease that can cause sufferers to starve themselves to death... finish reading article
Eating Disorder Hope India Blog Launched
Welcome to the new Eating Disorder Hope India blog! Thank you for checking us out! There is not enough information available online for those suffering from anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder in India. Yet we receive many visitors to our Eating Disorder Hope website from India. So, the Eating Disorder Hope India blog and Eating Disorder Hope India page has been launched.
We found precious few, loosely based stats(extrapolated-highly unreliable, particularly in 3rd world countries) indicating that of the estimated 1,065,070,607 people in India, it is estimated that 7,455,494 suffer from binge eating disorder. 1,065,070 are estimated to struggle with anorexia, and 5,857,888 are estimated to suffer from bulimia. If these numbers are even remotely close to the real picture, there is a big need for eating disorder resources and information in India.
If you know of any relevant articles, organizations or treatment centers, please contact Eating Disorder Hope at: info@eatingdisorderhope.com and help us increase the resources available online to those living in India.
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