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Hoskins, Marie L.; Mathieson, Lindsay C. – Child & Youth Services, 2004
A lifespace has to do with how selves are mediated by combining multiple cultural symbols to construct an identity in the world. The authors cite examples from media texts, as well as from a narrative study conducted with 10 adolescent girls in a treatment program for eating disorders, that illustrate the importance of practitioners considering…
Descriptors: Sex Stereotypes, Females, Self Concept, Eating Disorders
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Shapira, Nathan A.; Lessig, Mary C.; Lewis, Mark H.; Goodman, Wayne K.; Driscoll, Daniel J. – American Journal on Mental Retardation, 2004
Prader-Willi syndrome is a multisystem neurogenetic obesity disorder with behavioral manifestations, including hyperphagia, compulsive behavior, self-injury, and mild to moderate mental retardation. In an 8-week open-label study, we evaluated adjunctive therapy with the anticonvulsant topiramate in 8 adults with Prader-Willi syndrome. Appetite was…
Descriptors: Obesity, Moderate Mental Retardation, Adults, Eating Disorders
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Sim, Leslie; Zeman, Janice – Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 2006
To understand whether difficulties in emotional functioning distinguish between body dissatisfaction and disordered eating, a set of emotion regulation (i.e., negative emotion, emotional awareness, coping), demographic (i.e., age), and physical (i.e., BMI (Body Mass Index)) factors were assessed in 234 early adolescent girls, grades six to eight.…
Descriptors: Emotional Response, Eating Disorders, Body Composition, Early Adolescents
Johnson, Lynda Dunn – 1995
The increasing prevalence of eating disorders, especially in women, has motivated feminist theorists to evaluate the social, cultural, and historical roots of these illnesses. This paper argues that traditional models of psychology are embedded in a patriarchal, individualistic society where the impact of culture on eating disorders is largely…
Descriptors: Anorexia Nervosa, Counseling, Counselors, Cultural Context
Jones, W. Paul – 1997
Although school counselors have more contact with children and adolescents than most other human service professionals, they are frequently left out of discussions on diagnostic coding. Ways in which school counselors can use the codes in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders IV (DSM-IV) are explored in this text. The book…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Attention Deficit Disorders, Children, Eating Disorders
Beylerian, Nvair Kadian – 1993
An 18-year old's freshman year in college is not only a test of his or her intellect, but also a test in social skills, adaptability to new living situations, and other conditions. This study examined the link of emotions to compulsive eating and its use as a coping mechanism for female college students. It explores the stresses of the transition…
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Body Weight, College Environment, College Freshmen
Boer, Frits, Ed.; Dunn, Judy, Ed. – 1992
This book examines the relationship between siblings as one characterized by distinctive emotion and intimacy from infancy onwards, noting that such relationships offer children unique opportunities for learning about self and others and have considerable potential for affecting children's well-being, intimately linked as it is to the relationship…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Birth Order, Children, Disabilities
Brand, Lori; Hong, Luoluo – 1997
Until recently, understanding about women's health has been traditionally mediated by the medical model, which tends to regard each health problem in a vacuum. Such an approach ignored important considerations, such as body image. In an effort to explore this health factor, a review of the literature regarding women's health and its relation to…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Body Image, Cultural Influences, Dating (Social)
Refvem, Joanna – 2001
This paper describes activities that school counselors can use in their work with adolescents. The suggested activities and resources are divided into three general groups according to purpose: Group 1, fun; Group 2, useful; and Group 3, professional. Group 1 presents ideas for counselors on engaging in enjoyable group sessions. Suggestions…
Descriptors: Eating Disorders, Elementary School Students, Elementary Secondary Education, Group Activities
Wiener, Jerry M.; Dulcan, Mina K. – 2004
The third edition of this textbook continues its tradition of integrating clinical wisdom and scientific research to improve patient care and advocacy for children and families. Each of the 56 chapters presents a summary of a core topic, blending clinical experience with evidence-based practices in assessment and treatment. Divided into 10 parts,…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Disorders
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Cole-Detke, Holland; Kobak, Roger – Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 1996
Examines the relationship between attachment strategies and symptom reporting among college women (N=61). The Adult Attachment Interview (AAI) was administered and interview transcripts were rated with the Attachment Interview Q-Sort. Findings support the hypothesis that secondary or defensive attachment strategies predispose individuals toward…
Descriptors: Adults, Attachment Behavior, Behavior Development, Behavior Disorders
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Mallinckrodt, Brent; And Others – Journal of Counseling Psychology, 1995
Examined childhood attachment, family environment, and adult social competencies to explain the association between sexual abuse and eating disorders (EDs). Females (n=154) filled out surveys that assessed parental bonds, sexual abuse history, self-efficacy, and other factors. Significant associations were found between family environment, incest,…
Descriptors: Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia, Correlation, Eating Disorders
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Botta, Renee A. – Journal of Communication, 1999
Contributes to scholarship on the effects of media images on adolescents, using social-comparison theory and critical-viewing theory. Finds that media do have an impact on body-image disturbance. Suggests that body-image processing is the key to understanding how television images affect adolescent girls' body-image attitudes and behaviors. (SR)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Body Image, Critical Viewing, Eating Disorders
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Logemann, Jeri A.; O'Toole, Thomas J. – Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 2000
This introductory article describes following articles (EC 625 128-134) that address processes and issues related to offering care for children with swallowing disorders in the public school. Procedures for screening, assessing, and treatment, issues involved in establishing a dysphagia program in a school system, and legal and ethical issues are…
Descriptors: Disability Identification, Eating Disorders, Educational Environment, Elementary Secondary Education
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O'Toole, Thomas J. – Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 2000
This article considers the role of the speech-language pathologist in providing services to children with swallowing disorders in the public school setting. Topics addressed include requirements (or aspects) under various federal laws and regulations, as well as ethical, liability, and funding issues. (Contains references.) (Author/CR)
Descriptors: Court Litigation, Eating Disorders, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethics
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