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A Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Eating Disorder Analysis and Diagnosis
Published on: May 10, 2022
Practice Assessment Tool for the Care of Patients With Eating Disorders
Laura J Fochtmann1, Jennifer Medicus1, Seung-Hee Hong1
1Department of Psychiatry, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York (Fochtmann); Division of Advocacy, Policy, and Practice Advancement, American Psychiatric Association, Washington, DC (all authors).
Abstract:
Eating disorders are characterized by significant disturbances in eating patterns associated with negative attitudes toward one's body, weight, and shape. They are associated with an increased risk of mortality and morbidity as well as significant health, economic, and psychosocial burdens. Additionally, individuals with eating disorders often hesitate to seek treatment and symptoms may be difficult to ascertain without structured assessment. The American Psychiatric Association Practice Guideline for the Treatment of Patients With Eating Disorders aims to enhance knowledge and increase the appropriate use of interventions for eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder, thereby improving the quality of care and treatment outcomes. To this end, this evidence-based Performance in Practice tool can facilitate the implementation of a systematic approach to practice improvement for the care of individuals with eating disorders. This practice assessment activity can also be used in fulfillment of Continuing Medical Education and ABPN Continuing Certification, Improvement in Medical Practice.
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