Eating Disorders: Critical Points for Early Recognition and Medical Risk Management in the Care of Individuals with Eating Disorders (AED)

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Academy for Eating Disorders' (AED) Medical Care Standards Task Force

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

 

The guide is available in multiple languages 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



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Eating Disorders - Mental Health First Aid Guidelines

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AED Guidebook for Nutrition Treatment of Eating Disorders

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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.

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