B. ORBITELLO, P.L. ROCCO - Vol. 9, September 2003, Issue 3
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Psicofarmacoterapia dei disturbi alimentari
Psychopharmacotherapy of eating disorders
Recent years have been characterized by relevant progresses in the treatment of eating disorders. In this paper results from clinical studies in the treatment of these disorders are reviewed.
A literature review to provide a comprehensive profile of research developments in this area has beem undertaken.
Pharmacotherapy is effective as one component of a multifocal program for these patients. Strategies for the treatment of eating disorders include a psychotherapeutic approach, especially in the form of cognitive and psychoanalytic psychotherapy, nutritional counseling and rehabilitation, family interventions and medications.
New research data are presented and pratical recommendations for the clinician are provied.