[Obesity, eating disorders and the group approach for adolescents]

Rev Med Suisse. 2010 Jun 16;6(253):1258-60.
[Article in French]

Abstract

About a third of obese adolescents also suffer from some kind of eating disorders which have to be recognized and included in the therapeutic frame. Besides this co-morbidity, most of these patients also require a psychological support. The group approach represents an adequate response to these problems, in providing a space for exchanges and an opportunity for mutual support. The group approach may even prove more beneficial than an individual treatment. Involving the parents too reinforces the improvement that adolescents can get from their participation in such groups.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Feeding and Eating Disorders / psychology*
  • Feeding and Eating Disorders / therapy
  • Group Processes*
  • Humans
  • Obesity / psychology*
  • Obesity / therapy
  • Pilot Projects
  • Social Support*