338 pg, hardcover, '05

Eating Disorders Not Otherwise Specified covers all eating disorders that do not fall into either of the two main diagnostic groups: anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. Although these less well-known conditions are common and can be very severe, they are often neglected. This book brings together contributions from many of the leading researchers and practitioners in the field of eating disorders and presents the topic of EDNOS from a range of perspectives including the clinical, the epidemiological, the biological and the trans-cultural. This comprehensive summary of the subject of EDNOS demonstrates that by investigating the nature, cause, and treatment of these disorders, we can throw light on the classification and nature of eating disorders as a whole. It will be of great interest to all professionals in the field of eating disorders.

The contributors cover topics such as: history of eating disorder classification, eating disorders and type 1 diabetes, obesity and binge eating, atypical eating and female athletes, EDNOS, and much more.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS:

Claes Norring is the director of the National Resource Centre of Eating Disorders in Sweden and Associate Professor of psychology at Örebro University.

Bob Palmer is Senior Lecturer in Psychiatry at the University of Leicester and Hon. Consultant Psychiatrist at the Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust.