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Peer reviewedCrosscope-Happel, Cindy; Hutchins, David E.; Getz, Hildy G.; Hayes, Gerald L. – Journal of Mental Health Counseling, 2000
Although anorexia nervosa affects over one million males yearly, it is often misdiagnosed or overlooked by mental health and medical practitioners. This article brings the problem to the forefront and outlines features that are unique to these males. Greater recognition of the disorder can lead to more accurate diagnoses and, subsequently, better…
Descriptors: Anorexia Nervosa, Counseling, Early Identification, Eating Disorders
Download full textAhonen, Pirkko S. – 2003
The purpose of this study was to examine, describe, and explain experiences of men with eating disorders and to gain understanding of the relevant life issues, perceptions, and attitudes. What are some of the contributing factors and experiences of men who suffer from eating disorders despite the widely held assumption that eating disorders are…
Descriptors: Client Attitudes (Human Services), Client Characteristics (Human Services), Eating Disorders, Life Events
Peer reviewedPatel, Dilip R.; Greydanus, Donald E.; Pratt, Helen D.; Phillips, Elaine L. – Journal of Adolescent Research, 2003
Reviews research on eating disorders in adolescent athletes, including prevalence, its uncommonness among male athletes, risk factors, medical complications, prevention strategies, and implications for sport and exercise participation, management, and prognosis. (EV)
Descriptors: Adolescents, At Risk Persons, Athletes, Eating Disorders
