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Interventions for Bulimia Nervosa | Interventions for Binge-Eating Disorder | Dissemination of Evidence-Based Treatments for Bulimia Nervosa, Binge-Eating Disorder, and Binge Eating | Interventions for Anorexia Nervosa | Alternative and Emerging Directions for Treatment of Eating Disorders | Conclusion | References

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Substantial evidence supports the efficacy of psychological treatments for eating disorders. Most inves-tigations have focused on syndromes characterized by binge eating—that is, bulimia nervosa (BN) and binge-eating disorder (BED). There are fewer studies of interventions for anorexia nervosa (AN), which is characterized by extreme dietary restriction and low body weight, although there is a growing evidence base documenting the efficacy of family therapy for younger individuals. In this chapter, we first consider evidence-based treatments for BN and BED and discuss efforts to disseminate efficacious treatments to patients in need of services. Next, we evaluate the evidence for psychological interventions for AN. Finally, we describe emerging directions for the treatment of eating disorders.

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