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First multi-year cumulation covers six years: 1965-70.
Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa
The abundance of food in the developed countries of the world has seemingly spawned an epidemic of disorders connected to the food. Extremes such as intensive concern about one's body image and total disregard for it have resulted in countries which contain enormous segments of the population who are either obese and proud of it or bordering on anorexia nervosa. This new book gathers state-of-the-art research from leading scientists throughout the world which offers important information on understanding the underlying causes and discovering the most effective treatments for eating disorders.
Evidence-based Practice in Suicidology
"Evidence-based methods have, over recent decades, enabled us to prune the vineyard of suicidology. Read this book to see how the field looks today, trimmed back and flourishing as never before. It will show you much of what we know (and what we don't know) about suicide, and take you to the cutting edge." John T. Maltsberger, MD, Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA --Book Jacket.
Eating Disorders
A timely, relevant work, this encyclopedia provides a comprehensive examination of a full range of topics related to eating disorders and body image. The mortality rate associated with eating disorders is higher than that of any other psychiatric illness. What are the factors that influence abnormal perceptions of body image and trigger the deadly behaviors of food deprivation or uncontrollable gluttony? This indispensable resource thoroughly examines the complex subject of eating disorders, particularly the sociocultural, psychological, and nutritional aspects of eating disorders and body image. Eating Disorders: An Encyclopedia of Causes, Treatment, and Prevention explores the definitions,...
Suicide and the Military
Suicidal behaviour is an important issue in the military. There are some specific problems arising in the military surrounding. An army is a closed system that may restrict personal freedoms. Many servicemen loose significant relationships and have financial and psychological problems. An army is an aggressive masculine community and sometimes aggression is a part of the staff training. Firearms as a means of suicide are available in the military. A combination of psychosocial problems with availability of firearms contributes to incidents of suicide in the military. This book is dedicated to the relationship between military service and suicidal behaviour. The impact of peacekeeping missions on suicidal behaviour is also discussed. This book will be of interest to physicians, psychologists, other clinicians, experts in public health management, and military people.
The Last Dance: Encountering Death and Dying
The best-selling textbook in the field, The Last Dance offers an interdisciplinary approach to the study of death and dying. Integrating the experiential, scholarly, social, individual, emotional, and intellectual dimensions of death and dying, the eighth edition of this acclaimed text has been revised to offer cutting-edge and comprehensive coverage of death studies. This new edition of The Last Dance provides solid grounding in theory and research, as well as practical application to students' lives.
New Research on Personality Disorders
This book provides leading research from around the globe on the topic of personality disorders which is formally referred to as a character disorder or a class of mental disorders characterised by rigid and on-going patterns of thought and action (cognitive modules). The underlying belief systems informing these patterns are referred to as fixed fantasies. The inflexibility and pervasiveness of these behavioural patterns often cause serious personal and social difficulties, as well as a general impairment of functioning.
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The Last Dance
From the Publisher: Widely recognized as the best-selling textbook in the field, The Last Dance: Encountering Death and Dying, 7th Edition, is an interdisciplinary introduction to death, dying, and bereavement. No prerequisite courses are necessary for students to appreciate the text's comprehensive treatment, sensitive writing, and unbiased presentation.
