Degree Date

5-2019

Document Type

Dissertation - Public Access

Degree Name

Psy.D. Doctor of Clinical Psychology

Academic Discipline

Clinical Psychology - Florida School of Professional Psychology

First Advisor

Kathie Bates, Ph.D.

Second Advisor

Elizabeth Lane, Ph.D.

Abstract

In this literature review, mindfulness-based approaches and the effects mindfulness-based approaches have on the treatment of eating disorders was discussed. Professionals are continually seeking ways to enhance the treatment and improve outcomes when working with individuals suffering from eating disorders, and this literature review could help enhance the understanding of incorporating mindfulness techniques. The findings of this paper are meant to benefit clinicians working with patients diagnosed or struggling with an eating disorder.

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Abstract

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER I: INTORDUCTION ...……………………………………………………………….1

Problem Statement

Purpose Statement

Significance of Literature Review Findings

Research Questions

CHAPTER II: ETIOLOGY

Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder

Risk Factors for Eating Disorders

CHAPTER III: MINDFULNESS

Mindfulness and Eating Disorders

Self-Compassion

The Role of Self-Compassion in the Development and Prevention of Eating Disorders

Shame

Shame as Applied to Eating Disorders

Shame and Self-Compassion

Mindfulness Techniques for Co-occurring Anxiety and Depressive Disorders

CHAPTER IV: CURRENT TREATMENT OF EATING DISORDERS

Psychotherapy

Compassion-focused therapy

Emotion regulation

Other therapies

Family psychotherapy

Group psychotherapy

Structured inpatient treatment/hospitalization

Support/self-help groups

Internet treatment

Nutritional Counseling

Pharmacological Treatments

Chlorpromazine

Pimozide and sulpiride

Antidepressants

Other medications

Chapter V: DISCUSSION

Summary of Findings

Clinical Implications

Conclusions of Current Literature and Recommendations for Future Research

References

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