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, Volume 14, Issue 4, pp 241–245 | Cite as

A group treatment program for bulimia nervosa

  • Don Fernandez
  • Paul Latimer
Special Section Synthesizing Group and Individual Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
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Abstract

Seventeen female patients diagnosed as exhibiting bulimia nervosa participated in a shortterm group treatment program. A combination of exposure with response prevention, life skills training, and psychodynamic group interaction was provided. Results in pretest vs. posttest scores on a battery of tests demonstrated improved control over eating behavior and lowered anxiety and depression.

Keywords

Group Treatment Female Patient Treatment Program Eating Behavior Skill Training 
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© Eastern Group Psychotherapy Society 1990

Authors and Affiliations

  • Don Fernandez
    • 1
  • Paul Latimer
    • 2
  1. 1.Kelowna General HospitalKelownaCanada
  2. 2.Kelowna General HospitalCanada

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