Evaluating a group treatment for bulimia

A multifaceted group-based approach to the treatment of bulimia is described, that focuses on recovering a sense of control by examining how control is relinquished, and can be regained by developing adaptive attitudes and behaviour about food and eating, the body, and interpersonal relationships. Results from an end of programme assessment and then at six month, 12 month and 18 month follow-ups indicate that a successful reduction in bingeing and vomiting and a variety of other changes was achieved and maintained by 36 of the 40 participants.