Bulimarexia - an alternative approach to therapy, involving the general practitioner
Keywords:
Anorexia Nervosa, Hyperphagia, Physician-patient relations
Abstract
Anorexia nervosa seems to be increasing, as well as bulimia. The GP has a good opportunity and, a vital role to play in the treatment of these eating disorders. In an extended case report the author explains how an alternative approach to his patient was successful after the failed traditional therapeutic approach.
Published
2012-03-11
Issue
Section
Original Research
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