This book introduces students and professionals to the key concepts and skills that underpin a holistic and recovery orientated approach to eating disorders. It provides an overview of the main professional practice and ethical issues, which workers are likely to be confronted with in their area of work. Each chapter is written by an expert and provides a practical guide for those working with people affected by eating disorders in different settings. Each chapter is illustrated through the use of clinical cases and further underpinned by current literature and research relevant to topic area.

Dr Jean Morrissey is Lecturer in Mental Health Nursing at the School of Nursing & Midwifery, Trinity College, University of Dublin. Dr. Kielty Oberlin is a specialist in the treatment of eating disorders. She currently runs a private practice and facilitates workshops and groups for both professionals and concerned carers of ED sufferers. Kielty guest lectures on ED issues in Trinity College Dublin's Schools of Psychology and Nursing & Midwifery.