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[A group therapy programme for eating disorders with preventive goal].

M Gerlinghoff¹, H Backmund

¹Therapie-Centrum für Essstörungen am Max-Planck-Institut für Psychiatrie, Munich.

Gesundheitswesen (Bundesverband Der Arzte Des Offentlichen Gesundheitsdienstes (Germany))

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Summary

This study presents a phased cognitive behavioural group therapy program for treating eating disorders. The program incorporates therapeutic residence and preventive activities involving patients.

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Area of Science:

Psychiatry
Clinical Psychology
Behavioral Science

Background:

Eating disorders often have prolonged courses due to comorbid psychiatric conditions and medical issues.
Effective, structured therapeutic interventions are crucial for managing these complex conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe a novel, phased cognitive behavioural group therapy (CBGT) program for eating disorders.
To outline the integration of therapeutic residence and patient involvement in preventive activities within the program.

Main Methods:

Development of a 4-phase cognitive behavioural group therapy program.
Implementation within a specialized treatment unit.
Inclusion of therapeutic residential components.
Engagement of current and former patients in prevention efforts.

Main Results:

The program is structured in distinct phases to manage the prolonged course of eating disorders.
Therapeutic residence groups are a core component of the intervention.
Preventive activities involve active participation from current and former patients, aiding long-term management.

Conclusions:

A phased CBGT program, including therapeutic residence and patient-led prevention, offers a comprehensive approach to treating eating disorders.
This model addresses the chronicity and complexity associated with eating disorders and comorbid conditions.