AED Eating Disorders: A Guide to Medical Care (4th Ed.)

Often referred to as, the purple book, this guide from the Academy for Eating Disorders' (AED) Medical Care Standards Committee, is intended as a resource to promote recognition and risk management in the care of those with eating disorders.  

The recently released 4th edition guide is available in English and offers:

• Important facts about eating disorders
• Presenting signs and symptoms
• Early Recognition
• Information on a comprehensive assessment
• Reference about Re-feeding Syndrome and Undereating
• Goals of treatment
• Timely interventions
• Information on ongoing management

For access to the 3rd edition available in multiple languages, access the AED website here.