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France May Make it Illegal to Promote Extreme Thinness by Devorah Lauter, Associated Press, April 15, 2008. PARIS - The French parliament's lower house adopted a groundbreaking bill Tuesday that would make it illegal for anyone - including fashion magazines, advertisers and Web sites - to publicly incite extreme thinness. The National Assembly approved the bill in a series of votes Tuesday, after the legislation won unanimous support from the ruling conservative UMP party. It goes to the Senate in the coming weeks. Fashion industry experts said that, if passed, the law would be the strongest of its kind anywhere. Leaders in French couture are opposed to the idea of legal boundaries on beauty standards. The bill was the latest and strongest of measures proposed after the 2006 anorexia-linked death of a Brazilian model prompted efforts throughout the international fashion industry to address the repercussions of using ultra-thin models. Conservative lawmaker Valery Boyer, author of the law, argued that encouraging anorexia or severe weight loss should be punishable in court. Doctors and psychologists treating patients with anorexia nervosa - a disorder characterized by an abnormal fear of becoming overweight - welcomed the government's efforts to fight self-inflicted starvation, but warned that its link with media images remains hazy. French lawmakers and fashion industry members signed a nonbinding charter last week on promoting healthier body images. Spain in 2007 banned ultra-thin models from catwalks. But Boyer said such measures did not go far enough. Her bill has mainly brought focus to pro-anorexic Web sites that give advice on how to eat an apple a day - and nothing else. But Boyer insisted in her speech to lawmakers Tuesday that the legislation was much broader and could, in theory, be used against many facets of the fashion industry. It would give judges the power to imprison and fine offenders up to $47,000 if found guilty of "inciting others to deprive themselves of food" to an "excessive" degree, Boyer said in a telephone interview before the parliamentary session. Judges could also sanction those responsible for a magazine photo of a model whose "excessive thinness ... altered her health," she said. Boyer said she was focusing on women's health, though the bill applies to models of both sexes. The French Health Ministry says most of the 30,000 to 40,000 people with anorexia in France are women. Didier Grumbach, president of the influential French Federation of Couture, said he was not aware how broad the proposed legislation was, and made no secret of his strong disapproval of such a sweeping measure. "Never will we accept in our profession that a judge decides if a young girl is skinny or not skinny," he said. "That doesn't exist in the world, and it will certainly not exist in France." Marleen S. Williams, a psychology professor at Brigham Young University in Utah who researches the media's effect on anorexic women, said it was nearly impossible to prove that the media causes eating disorders. Williams said studies show fewer eating disorders in "cultures that value full-bodied women." Yet with the new French legal initiative, she fears, "you're putting your finger in one hole in the dike, but there are other holes, and it's much more complex than that."
Current Research on Eating Disorders: Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified in Adolescents. Researchers: Eddy KT, Celio Doyle A, Hoste RR, Herzog DB, le Grange D.Massachusetts General Hospital, 2 Longfellow Place, Boston, MA 02114, USA. OBJECTIVE: To examine the frequency, type, and clinical severity of eating disorder not otherwise specified (EDNOS) in adolescents seeking treatment through an outpatient eating disorders service. METHOD: Two hundred eighty-one consecutive referrals to an eating disorders program were assessed using the Eating Disorder Examination (EDE) and self-report measures of depression and self-esteem. RESULTS: The majority of adolescents presented with EDNOS (59.1%; n = 166) relative to anorexia nervosa (AN; 20.3%; n = 57) and bulimia nervosa (BN; 20.6%; n = 58). Most EDNOS youths could be described as subthreshold AN (SAN; 27.7%; n = 46), subthreshold BN (SBN; 19.9%; n = 33), EDNOS purging (27.7%; n = 46), or EDNOS bingeing (6.0%; n = 10); yet 31 (18.7%) could not be categorized as such (EDNOS "other"). Overall differences in eating disorder pathology, depressive symptoms, and self-esteem emerged between the EDNOS types, wherein adolescents with EDNOS bulimic variants (SBN, EDNOS purging, and EDNOS bingeing) had more pathology than youths with SAN or EDNOS "other." There were no differences in these variables between AN and SAN; in contrast, compared with BN, youths with EDNOS bulimic variants reported lower EDE scores and higher self-esteem, although there were no between-group differences in depression. CONCLUSIONS: As in adults with eating disorders, EDNOS predominates and is heterogeneous with regard to eating disorder pathology and associated features in an adolescent clinical sample. Lack of differences between AN and SAN suggests that the strict criteria for AN could be relaxed; differences between BN and EDNOS bulimic variants do not support their combination. Source: J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 2008 Feb;47(2):156-64. PMID: 18176335.
Gender and Age Differences in Associations Between Peer Dieting and Drive for Thinness. Researchers: Gravener JA, Haedt AA, Heatherton TF, Keel PK. Department of Psychology, The University of Iowa. OBJECTIVE: To examine associations between peer dieting and drive for thinness (DT) in men and women of three age groups and to compare rates of perceived vs. reported peer dieting. METHOD: Data came from an epidemiological study in which surveys were completed by women (n = 1,468) and men (n = 592) from three age groups: late adolescent (mean +/- SD age: 20.0 +/- 1.6 years), adult (30.0 +/- 1.6), and midlife (40.1 +/- 2.0). RESULTS: Significant associations were found between perceived peer dieting and DT in women and men. For women, associations were strongest in late adolescents for same-sex peers. Associations in men did not differ by age group or peer sex. Expected gender differences in the strength of associations were not found. Reported dieting occurred at or below rates perceived for peers. CONCLUSION: Results may partially account for why DT has been found to decline with age in women, but not men. Longitudinal research is needed to support cross-sectional findings. Int J Eat Disord. 2008 Jan;41(1):57-63.
For Professionals - Conferences/Seminars/Online Courses/Study Groups: The Renfrew Center Foundation Presents 2008 Seminars For Professionals (offering 6 CEUs). The Renfrew Center Foundation has planned a series of three advanced, day-long training seminars addressing core issues in the treatment of eating disorders. Refer to the schedule below to determine which eating disorder expert will be in your city and what specific topic will be covered. For more information or to register, visit http://renfrew.org/news-events/event.asp?id=107 or contact Loren Heywood at 1-877-367-3383. Insatiable Hungers: Eating Disorders, Chemical Dependency and Depression in Women. Presented by: Adrienne Ressler, MA, LMSW, CEDS, National Training Director, The Renfrew Center Foundation. Dates and locations: Houston, TX -- May 2; Harrisburg, PA -- May 9; New York City, NY -- May 30. The Self of the Therapist: Exploring the Therapeutic Relationship. Presented by: Doug Bunnell, PhD, Vice President and Director of Outpatient Clinical Services, The Renfrew Centers. Date and Location: Princeton, NJ -- May 9.
Los Angeles, CA: CAMFT 44th Annual Conference - Current Debates Within A Changing Profession. Location: Marriott Hotel L.A. Airport, 5855 Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045. Date: Saturday, May 3rd, 10:15am- 12:15pm. Presenter: Carolyn Costin, LMFT. Workshop: "Behind Closed Doors". Are eating disorders addictions, mental illnesses, brain diseases, clients "gone bad," or some other type of disorder? Can you do psychotherapy with someone suffering from anorexia? In this presentation there will be no theory and no lecture. The goal of this workshop is to provide excerpts of actual therapy sessions, which can then be deconstructed in order for participants to gain insights into the practical use of theoretical ideas for the treatment of eating disorders. For more information on this conference go to www.camft.org.
Denver, CO: Workshop Sponsored by the Eating Disorder Center of Denver and Center for Change. Guest Speaker: Jenni Schaefer, Author of Life without ED. Date and Location: May 8, 2008 in Denver, CO. Ms. Schaefer will speak on "Never Married, Happily Divorced: A Unique Approach to Eating Disorder Recovery. Carolyn Ross, MD, MPH, will present on "Putting It All Together - What it Takes to Heal from an Eating Disorder." For more information or to register, visit www.edcdenver.com/calendar.asp.
Las Vegas NV: June 5th- 8th, 2008 Advanced Treatments for Eating Disorders - Summit for Clinical Excellence Conference (24 CE's). Workshop Topics: Childhood Obesity; Body Image; Gender Issues; Genetics; Anorexia; Bulimia; Psychopharmacology; Alternative Therapies; Substance Abuse and ED; Obesity; Future Trends, and much more. Expert faculty include Christopher Fairburn, MD, Kathryn Zerbe, MD, Craig Johnson, PhD, Judith Brisman, PhD, Carolyn Costin, MFT and Anita Johnston, PhD and many others. Register today by visiting www.bfisummit.com or call 800-643-0797 (Mention EDReferral.com and get a 10% discount for a full registration!).
SAVE THE DATE! Philadelphia, PA: The 18th Annual Renfrew Center Foundation Conference for Professionals, Feminist Perspectives and Beyond: The Power of Therapeutic Relationships in the Treatment of Eating Disorders. This is a four day seminar for behavioral health professionals and dietitians and offers 22.5 CEUs. The event is taking place at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott, Philadelphia, PA on November 13th - 16th, 2008. Both clinical experience and empirical research emphasize the crucial importance of the treatment relationship during the course of psychotherapy. In order to further theoretical understanding and effective practice in eating disorders, the 2008 Renfrew Center Foundation Conference is devoted to an examination of therapeutic relationships. Topics will include: Therapist Self-Disclosure and Self-Care; Engaging Reluctant Patients; Impasses and Repair; Family and Friends as Therapeutic Agents; Expressions of Caring During Treatment; Psychoneurology and Attachment; Temperament and Genetic Factors; Ending Therapy; Therapeutic Alliance in Outpatient and Inpatient Settings. The keynote speakers for this conference are Jane Fonda, award-winning actress, humanitarian and author of My Life So Far; Christopher Fairburn, MD, author of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Eating Disorders; Amy Banks, MD, Director of Advanced Training, Jean Baker Miller Institute. For additional information visit the website at www.renfrew.org.
Southern California: Professional Study Groups: Carolyn Costin, MFT invites all treating professionals to her study groups. These groups cover case reviews, treatment strategies, new literature, research, and other areas related to the treatment of eating disorders. CEU's are given to MFT's and LCSW's. For more information call 310-457-9958. Group #1 takes place the first Tuesday of every month from 12:00 - 1:00pm at the Eating Disorder Center of CA, www.edcca.com. Group #2 takes place the first Wednesday of every month from 12:00-1:30pm at the Monte Nido Treatment Center, www.montenido.com.
Advocacy - The Eating Disorders Coalition for Research, Policy and Action. The EDC, a Washington, D.C. advocacy organization, is preparing to expand its online information about eating disorders among men and boys and other populations. If you know of high quality resources already online, let them know. The EDC would like to link to those pages, or share the information already available. Send suggestions to manager@eatingdisorderscoalition.org. Individuals can join their email list. Hospitals, treatment programs, non-profits, and other groups can become EDC member organizations. For more information visit http://eatingdisorderscoalition.org/involved/involved.html.
Arizona: Arizona Treatment Center News -- Remuda Ranch: Eating disorders are epidemic in the United States. As a result, many centers and programs have opened, offering treatment to those struggling with anorexia or bulimia. With several choices available for inpatient care, why opt for treatment at Remuda Programs for Eating Disorders? Because it works. A full 95% of Remuda patients remain in excellent recovery after discharge. This outcome is unparalleled in the treatment community. This number holds true at one, five and ten years after leaving Remuda. In addition, due to our comprehensive treatment model, patients also experience profound improvement in other co-occurring disorders such as depression, anxiety, or substance use. If you know someone struggling with an eating disorder, call 1-800-445-1900 today. Why Remuda? Because it works. Introducing the Anxiety Disorders Program at Remuda Ranch: Since 1990, Remuda Programs for Eating Disorders has successfully treated thousands of patients with anorexia and bulimia. More than half of those patients entered treatment with one or more co-occurring anxiety disorders. Because our treatment model is so comprehensive, we have had great success in treating these anxiety issues. Due to an increased need for inpatient treatment to help those struggling with anxiety disorders, we have opened a new 60-day program for children and adolescent girls. Each patient has a specialized team of anxiety disorder professionals dedicated to her recovery. Her family is highly involved in treatment through weekly therapeutic phone sessions and a two-to-three-day onsite family intensive. If you have a young client or patient who could benefit from inpatient treatment for anxiety disorders, including OCD, contact Remuda Ranch at 1-800-445-1900 today.
California: California Adolescent Residential Treatment News - Center for Discovery: Center for Discovery's Eating Disorder Program is a comprehensive residential treatment program dedicated solely to the treatment of adolescent males and females suffering with eating disorders. Discovery offers a professional, structured environment with the comfort and nurturing of a serene home-style setting with several locations in California. The individualized and intensive treatment experience and twenty-four hour supervision is particularly effective in identifying and addressing the destructive behaviors and underlying emotional issues of the eating disorder. The Discovery program includes an integrated family approach with one to two private family sessions weekly, a weekly family education and support group and therapeutic family meals. Treatment also includes individual therapy, group education, narratives, expressive art therapy, emotion-management skills training, family support development, medical assessment, psychiatric consultations, and nutritional components. Discovery is a preferred provider to many insurance plans and they will assist families in verifying their insurance benefits as well as creating a financial plan for continued care. For more information call at 800-760-3934 or visit www.centerfordiscovery.com.
Calabasas, CA: Treatment Center News -- Monte Nido Residential Treatment Center: Monte Nido combines a beautiful natural healing environment with the expertise of the renowned national expert and author, Carolyn Costin, and the treatment professionals from her company, Community Counseling for Individuals and Families, Inc. Monte Nido is a very small, intimate facility. Monte Nido only takes six clients at a time. Clients treated at Monte Nido are all women suffering from anorexia, bulimia or exercise addiction. The facility has a family-like environment; their unique level system allows each client to gain increasing freedom and responsibility for her own recovery. By the end of her stay, each client is shopping for and preparing her own food and monitoring her own exercise. This will help prepare her for handling these activities upon discharge from Monte Nido. They also have a unique transition program, Bella Mar, which offers various levels of transitional and independent living situations. For more information call 310-457-9958, visit www.montenido.com or email mntc@montenido.com.
Carlsbad, CA: Treatment Center News - Montecatini. Montecatini's treatment model values a family-systems approach and working with families is a critical component to treatment. In addition to weekly family sessions, the three day intensive family weekend at Montecatini allows families a unique opportunity to take part in the treatment process. This intensive family weekend incorporates a variety of different components including: family education, lecture, nutrition education, medical management, therapeutic meals, experiential multi-family groups, as well as family support groups. To learn more about the adult and adolescent programs at Montecatini, the three day family intensive weekend or to schedule a tour, please call 760-436-8930 or visit our website at www.montecatinieatingdisorder.com. CRC's National Resource Center is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 877-637-6237.
Malibu, CA: Treatment Center News - Monte Nido Vista: Carolyn Costin and the Monte Nido Treatment Center are pleased to announce a new 6 bed residential facility for anorexia, bulimia and exercise addiction. Monte Nido Vista is located in the foothills of Malibu, CA. The residential program is designed to meet the individual needs of clients and their families in a way that gives them an increasingly higher level of responsibility and "teaches" them how to recover and sustain it. The atmosphere is professional and structured, but is is also warm, friendly and family-like. The staff members are highly dedicated professionals, many of who are recovered themselves, thus serving as excellent role models. For more information on The Monte Nido Treatment Center of its affiliates visit www.montenido.com, call 310-457-9956, or email mntc@montenido.com.
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Ventura County, CA: Treatment Center News - Pacific Shores Hospital: Pacific Shores Hospital is a 30-bed facility completely dedicated to Rader Programs Eating Disorders Treatment. The facility was specifically designed to provide a warm and nurturing environment. The facility is located five minutes from the ocean in picturesque Ventura County just North of Los Angeles and South of Santa Barbara in Southern California. Rader Programs at Pacific Shores Hospital maintains an outstanding treatment team with extensive experience and training in Rader Program's proven treatment philosophy. The Rader Program is a national treatment center with multiple locations. The facility accepts patients from all across the United States. For more information visit www.raderprograms.com, call 800-841-1515 or email rader@raderprograms.com.
Colorado: Colorado Treatment Center News -- The Eating Disorder Center of Denver (EDC-Denver): The EDC-Denver offers a full spectrum of care from partial hospitalization through outpatient to males and females age 16 and older. The Partial Hospitalization Program operates 11 hours per day, 7 days per week and includes supervised meals and snacks. Lodging is provided at a nearby apartment building for PHP patients from out of town. The Evening Intensive Outpatient Program operates 4 hours per evening, three days per week and includes one meal. Most of the Eating Disorder Center of Denver's group/program components are available on an outpatient basis. Services include individual and family/couples therapy; DBT; aftercare; psychiatric evaluation; therapy and medication monitoring; and nutritional counseling by a registered dietitian. EDC-Denver accepts most insurances. Treatment providers are welcome to utilize EDC-Denver's outpatient services as adjunct therapies to their own treatment. Visit www.edcdenver.com for details and schedules. Aftercare Outpatient Process Group: Monday 5:30-7:00pm - An open group consisting of individuals in recovery who have completed an intense eating disorders program at EDC-D or other national programs. Cost is $50 per group. Florida: Miami, FL: Treatment Center News - New Oliver-Pyatt Center to Open in Heart of South Miami: Program located at 6150 SW 76th Street will begin accepting clients in June. Located in a beautiful residential neighborhood near South Miami Hospital, and walking distance from nearby parks and shops, the new Oliver-Pyatt Center will accommodate a maximum of eight Day Treatment clients in an intimate, tranquil and spacious setting. The bilingual, multidisciplinary treatment team will provide a comprehensive, individualized treatment program for up to 12 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Center will balance the peace and quiet of a restful sanctuary with the vibrancy of a city setting. This locale will allow clients to re-integrate into real life through daily, guided outings into the community once they have reached an appropriate stage in the recovery process. "To fully recover, at some point, you have to let the world back in. We want a safe place that allows our clients the serenity to reconnect with their true selves, yet also provides a gateway into regular life as recovery proceeds. This location captures our vision," said Dr. Oliver-Pyatt, Founder and Executive Director of the program.The Oliver-Pyatt Centers believe that full recovery from eating disorders is possible when the individual is provided with effective treatment. The program is founded by Wendy Oliver-Pyatt, M.D., a board certified psychiatrist. Dr. Oliver-Pyatt matches both her comprehensive training and her personal victory over food and body issues with an unwavering belief in compassionate and scientifically sound treatment.For more information, visit www.oliverpyattcenters.com, or call 866-511-HEAL. Nevada: Reno, NV: Treatment Center News - Center for Hope of the Sierras Embraces NEDAW 2008 Through the Arts: In honor of the 2008 National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Center for Hope of the Sierras set up an art display at the Northwest Reno Library, in Reno, Nevada. All art work displayed was donated by current and past patients of Center for Hope. The work displayed truly captured the essence of an eating disorder and helped paint a picture for all to see! The main focus of the art display was to raise awareness and educate community members on eating disorders while sending a message of hope and healing. In addition to the art display, a side table was set up near the display with information and resources pertaining to eating disorders. Many thanks to NEDA and their efforts in 2008 and a very special thank you to the patients who willingly volunteered their artwork to be displayed. To learn more about Center for Hope of the Sierras, please contact Maria E. Dias at medias@crchealth.com, call direct 887-828-4949 ext.103, or visit our website www.CenterforHopeoftheSierras.com. CRC's National Resource Center is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 877-637-6237. North Carolina: Durham, NC: Treatment Center News - Carolina House: In an effort to increase promotion of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, Carolina House collaborated with Hollins University and held an educational eating disorders program. This event was held at Hollins University in Roanoke, VA on February 12, 2008 and CEUs were offered to professionals in attendance. This morning program was designed for Mental Health Professionals, Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and students. Dr. Sydney Brodeur McDonald, Clinical Director at Carolina House, presented a session on "Searching for the Blind Spot: Eating Disorder Assessment and Treatment". The three main goals of the presentation included exposure to the techniques for uncovering the blind spots in eating disorder assessment and treatment, developing an understanding of eating disorder etiology, and learning how to make decisions regarding treatment options. Dr. McDonald also presented an afternoon program, titled "Eating Disorders: Myths and Realities", for Hollins University students, staff, and faculty. For more information, contact Shellie Dowdy at 919-372-7949 or visit their website at www.carolinaeatingdisorders.com. CRC's National Resource Center is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 877-637-6237. Oregon: Oregon Treatment Center News -- RainRock: A Residential Treatment Facility for Women, A Monte Nido Affiliate. Executive Director: Carolyn Costin, LMFT. RainRock is located in a former bed and breakfast along the McKenzie River on 3.5 acres of lush lawn, gardens and riverfront. RainRock lives up to its name, evoking the healing properties of both earth and water combined. The secluded park-like setting is private yet expansive with abundant manicured grounds and the constant energy and flow of the river. This facility is an important addition to the Pacific Northwest where there are no residential treatment facilities. Carolyn Costin's 30 years of eating disorder experience and the uniqueness of this property promises the clients a rare opportunity to deal with and find recovery from these very difficult disorders. Carolyn serves as Executive Director of RainRock and The Eating Disorder Center of California and as Clinical Director of the original program, Monte Nido Treatment Center, located in Malibu, California. For additional information on RainRock and The Monte Nido Treatment philosophy, visit their websites at www.rainrock.org or www.montenido.com or call 310-457-9958. Texas: Grainger, TX: Treatment Center News - Austin Sendero. Austin Sendero officially opened its doors on February 25, 2008. Austin Sendero is capable of housing up to 14 patients, both males and females, ages 17 and up. Their experienced treatment team understands the importance of flexibility and authenticity in all aspects of treatment. They have been selected based on their knowledge and compassion for individuals -- both male and female -- struggling with eating disorders and their own personal commitment to a healthy lifestyle. Their staff includes an Executive Director, Clinical Director, Medical Director, Psychiatrist, Staff Therapists trained in the field of eating disorders, Staff Nurse trained in both medical and psychiatric nursing, Dietitian, Chef, NIA and Yoga Instructors, as well as Personal Trainers. For more information about Austin Sendero, contact Shelly Underwood, Professional Relations Coordinator, at 512-213-9762 or by email at sunderwood@crchealth.com. Austin Sendero's website is www.austinsendero.com. Austin Sendero is a member of CRC Health Group, and their website is www.crchealth.com. 877-637-6237. Support Groups Led by Professionals: For listings of professionally led support groups, follow this link: http://www.edreferral.com/Professional_Support_Groups_and_Workshops.htm Free Support Groups (scan down): Washington, DC: Free ANAD Support Group: Meetings: Wednesdays, 7:00pm, West End Library, 1101 24th Street, N.W at L Street. For additional listings of Free Support Groups follow this link: http://www.edreferral.com/Support_Groups_for_Eating_Disorders.htm Malibu, CA: Eating Disorder Treatment Program Job Positions Available. Carolyn Costin and the Monte Nido Treatment Center is pleased to announce their new 6-bed residential eating disorder facility, Monte Nido Vista, which opened close to their original location. Monte Nido Vista is an important addition to their family of facilities in their continuing efforts to expand services and reduce wait times for clients entering their programs. They are looking for applicants for all positions at various facilities. Send resume to mntc@montenido.com or fax to 310-457-8442. Monte Nido Vista is in a private park-like setting, with multiple inviting gardens for outside private sessions. Please visit www.montenido.com to visit campuses. For further information, contact the administrative office at 310-457-9958. Wilmington, NC: Full-time Clinical Position Available at the Chrysalis Center for Counseling and Eating Disorder Treatment in Wilmington, NC. The Chrysalis Center is looking for an enthusiastic and empathic LPA, LPC, or LCSW with a relational and CBT orientation to join their thriving outpatient practice. Because of their integrated eating disorder treatment program, some specialized training and experience working with this population required. Preference given to candidates with 2 years of post-licensure experience. Position offers competitive pay plus benefits, clinical supervision, full-time administrative support, and ample referrals. Send CV to Dr. Okine at 910-796-8111 (fax) or kayj@chrysaliscenter-nc.com. For more information visit www.chrysaliscenter-nc.com. Research Studies on Eating Disorders: San Diego, CA: UCSD Researchers Seek Males and Females with Anorexia Nervosa: The UCSD researchers are currently seeking adolescents and adults currently suffering from Anorexia Nervosa to participate in one of our three current studies. To qualify for any of the studies one must be at least 15% below ideal body weight and be fearful of weight gain, despite being underweight. Both adults and adolescents between the ages of 14-45 are needed to participate in a taste study and would be compensated for up to $70 for completing the assessments, taste tests and interview. Adults 18 years of age and older are needed to participate in a randomized control trial of the medication Quetiapine, in which they will receive either the study medication or a placebo. Subjects will be compensated up to $360 for completing study related assessments and the medication treatment. In addition, we are offering several months of family therapy treatment for families with adolescents between the ages of 12 and 18 at no cost. The adolescents in this study will also be randomly assigned to receive either the medication Fluoxetine or a placebo. For more information, contact UCSD Eating Disorder Treatment and Research Program at 858-366-2525 or email edresearch@ucsd.edu. San Diego, CA: UCSD Researchers Seek Women Recovered From an Eating Disorder: Help UCSD researchers understand what causes eating disorders. They are seeking female participants between 18 and 45 years of age who are recovered from Anorexia or Bulimia Nervosa. By participating in the study, subjects will be assisting physicians and researchers in developing new treatments for these complex and serious disorders. Subjects will be compensated for your participation in this study. For more information contact the UCSD Eating Disorder Research and Treatment Program at 858-366-2525 or email edresearch@ucsd.edu. Massachusetts Research Study - Massachusetts General Hospital Study of Therapy for Bone Loss in Anorexia Nervosa: The Neuroendocrine Unit of Massachusetts General Hospital is conducting research studies on anorexia-induced bone loss. Their screening study is for men and women age 12-50 with anorexia nervosa. They are investigating causes of osteopenia (or bone loss) in the spine, hip, wrist and total body. The study involves one visit of approximately 3 hours. Their treatment study is for women aged 18-45 with anorexia nervosa and absent or irregular menstrual periods. They are investigating the combined use of a natural hormone and a medication that is effective for bone loss in postmenopausal women as a novel treatment for the bone loss seen in women with anorexia nervosa. They hope that the combination of these two investigational medications will help rebuild depleted bone and prevent further bone breakdown in women with anorexia nervosa. The study consists of 6 visits over 12 months. A stipend of up to $675 is awarded throughout the course of the study. If interested, call Erinne Meenaghan, N.P. at 617-724-7393 or email nedresearchstudies@partners.org. Massachusetts: Bulimia Nervosa Study: Free confidential treatment is available to those who are eligible. Do you or someone you know binge eat? Do you or someone you know compensate by vomiting or other extremes? Do you or someone you know have severe moodiness or relationship problems? Researchers are now enrolling participants (ages 18-65) in a free treatment study investigating two active treatments, including education and counseling, for bulimia nervosa. If interested call 617-353-9610 or visit www.bu.edu/anxiety. New York, NY: NIMH-funded, IRB-Approved Study of Adolescents with Bulimia Nervosa (ages 12 - 21 years). This study takes place at NYSPI/Columbia University and compensation is provided for participation ($100). For more information, contact Laura Berner at 212-543-5316. P.I.: Rachel Marsh, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology, Columbia University/ New York State Psychiatric Institute, phone 212-543-5384, email marshr@childpsych.columbia.edu. New York, NY: The National Institute of Mental Health is sponsoring a multi-center international study to compare two types of family therapy as well as fluoxetine or placebo (an inactive medication) in the treatment of adolescents with anorexia nervosa. They are looking for families with an adolescent with anorexia nervosa between the ages of 12-18 years. Participation involves completing assessment interviews, questionnaires, and engaging in 16 family therapy sessions over the course of nine months with medication continuing for another six months. The study is being held at the Eating Disorders Research Program, The Westchester Division of New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Medical College of Cornell University. Contact the Research Coordinator, Samantha Berthod, MA at 914-997-4395. Pittsburgh PA. Seeking Women Recovered from Anorexia or Bulimia Nervosa. Dr. Walter Kaye and his research team at the Eating Disorders Research Program at the University Pittsburgh Medical Center are looking for women who have recovered from anorexia or bulimia nervosa for a research study on brain chemistry in eating disorders. Study participants must be between 18 and 45 years old, medication free (birth control pills acceptable) and not pregnant or nursing. The study involves phone interviews, questionnaires, PET and MRI scans, lab work, physical exam, two visits to Pittsburgh and 8 weeks of fluoxetine (generic form of Prozac). (Note: All expenses incurred during the study, e.g. travel expenses, lab work, physical exam and etc. are paid for by the study.) In addition, eligible participants will be compensated up to $1300 upon completion of the study. For more information, email EDResearch@upmc.edu or Dr. Kathy Plotnicov at plotnicovkh@upmc.edu or Dr. Sharon Barnes at barnessd@upmc.edu. Interested parties can also call toll-free at 1-866-265-9289 or submit a Contact Form online at www.anbrainimaging.org. Research for Book: Seeking interviews with women over the age of 18 who have undergone elective cosmetic surgery. Confidentiality will be strictly maintained. Please contact Catherine Baker-Pitts at 917-647-0768 or bakercate@aol.com. Books, Resources, Media, Blogs: To purchase books at discounted rates visit http://www.edreferral.com/books.htm. Why She Feels Fat: Understanding Your Loved One's Eating Disorder and How You Can Help. Authors: Johanna Marie McShane, Tony Paulson. Eating disorders are serious, life-threatening illnesses that often make no sense to family and friends. But to the person involved, they make a lot of sense and are, in fact, a way of coping with life. Why She Feels Fat defines and explores eating disorders "from the inside out" to convey the emotional experiences and perspectives of those who have them. Decoding the deeper meaning of the statement, "I feel fat" is at the heart of this simple and straightforward book and is crucial for not only the person in recovery, but her caregivers, as well. This book includes basic information, such as signs, symptoms, medical complications, causes, approaches to treatment, stages of recovery, and quotes from individuals woven throughout. For more information visit http://www.edreferral.com/books.htm. Documentary Film - America the Beautiful: America the Beautiful is a powerful film about the impact that the beauty industry has upon our culture. This file examines how the self-image of American women is affected by the beauty industry and how the net effect is that everyone feels worse about themselves! www.americathebeautifuldoc.com. Carolyn Costin the founder and executive director of The Monte Nido Treatment Center and its affiliates contributed to this documentary. Visit http://www.montenido.com/montenido/index.php?fa=video_americabeautiful to view a clip of the film. Need More Clients? Improve your profile on EDReferral.com. Look at what other professionals have done on our site. Add details to your profile that explain more about you and your specialties--personalize it a bit. List more locations in the "additional communities served" section. Select additional populations served. 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