Ateneo - UPO

Biological, clinical and psychopathological aspects of eating disorders.

Slides of the course.
Possible (suggested, optional) readings: books by Hilde Bruch, Vandereycken & Van Deth, papers on the topic of the course.

Gain a basic knowledge about the main eating disorders from a clinical, and etiological perspective. Be able to apply this knowledge, gaining awareness of what represents an at risk situation and what represents an appropriate referral and treatment for patients.

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Lessons, laboratories.

Not specified

Written exam. Open questions.

Eating disorders: overview; food, body shape and their meaning in different socio-cultural contexts; historical perspective; body image; epidemiology; diagnostic criteria; clinical features: symptoms and complications; treatment approaches.

Gain a basic knowledge about the main eating disorders from a clinical, and etiological perspective. Be able to apply this knowledge, gaining awareness of what represents an at risk situation and what represents an appropriate referral and treatment for patients.