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Medical & Psychological Treatment
With evidence-based treatment, recovery is possible
Treatment Evidence & Planning Table
Search recommended treatments based on age & diagnosis
Use the Treatment Evidence & Planning table to see a treatment summary relevant to the type of eating disorder you are considering.
Keep in mind that eating disorder treatment needs to address both the medical and psychological aspects of the illness.
GP Dr Jan Orman explores the importance of keeping in mind the psychological origins of an eating disorder.
Provide appropriate referrals to ensure that the person receives evidence-based care and is supported by a multidisciplinary treatment team
A/Prof. Sarah Maguire (Clinical Psychologist and Director of InsideOut Institute) explores best practice treatment.
InsideOut Essentials
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What Are the Treatment Options
Treatment options may be recommended based on age, the severity and type of the eating disorder and the length of illness.
NEDC CBT-GSH Factsheet
Guided Self Help (GSH) is a manualised treatment by which a person with mild to moderate mental health difficulties is guided by a health professional through self-help program materials.
Pharmacotherapy of Eating Disorders
Information on the effectiveness of pharmaceuticals when treating a person with an eating disorder.
References
1 National Eating Disorders Collaboration (NEDC). (n.d.). Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Guided Self Help (CBT-GSH). https://www.nedc.com.au/assets/Fact-Sheets/NEDC-GUIDED-SELF-HELP-CBT-FACT-SHEET.pdf