Animal Models of Eating Disorders

Animal Models of Eating Disorders
Author: Nicole M. Avena
Publisher: Humana
Total Pages: 383
Release: 2020-10-17
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781071609231

This second edition volume expands on the previous edition with discussions on the latest techniques and animal models used to study eating disorders, and the characterizations of behaviors and neurochemical alterations associated with them. Chapters in this book cover different contributing factors of eating disorders and explore topics such as highlight processed food and binge eating; predicting and classifying rates prone to overeating fat; artificial sweeteners in animal models of binge eating; clinical and preclinical bariatric surgery approaches to studying obesity; anorexia and undereating; and food-anticipatory activity in rat models and its underlying mechanisms. In the Neuromethods series style, chapters include the kind of detail and key advice from the specialists needed to get successful results in your laboratory. Cutting-edge and practical, Animal Models of Eating Disorders, Second Edition is a valuable resource for any researchers interested in learning more about this important and developing field.

Animal Models

Animal Models
Author: J.B. Owen
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 402
Release: 2001-10-31
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780792370956

This book deals with a novel aspect of a topical problem that is of widespread concern. Obesity and other eating disorders are significant human health problems that are proving highly resistant to prevention and cure. The recognition of important genotype/environment interaction in the causation of these problems and of the extensive genetic homology of higher animals justifies the importance of cross-species comparisons. The book covers observations made on animals in the wild as well as experimental data on laboratory animals and farm animals in order to lay out the basic genetic and environmental factors underlying the control of appetite (including diet selection) and body weight. Breakdown in these intricate mechanisms are then compared to examine the possible common candidate genes and their interaction with non-genetic factors, particularly the availability of diet choice and of levels of body activity. Animals have much to tell us about these mysteries and may significantly aid progress in dealing with what are still highly intractable and serious diseases of the modern world.

Behavioral Neurobiology of Eating Disorders

Behavioral Neurobiology of Eating Disorders
Author: Roger A.H. Adan
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2011-01-18
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3642151310

The intention of this book was to have investigators describe an expert opinion on their field of research and cutting-edge work in their laboratory on the neurobiology and treatment of eating disorders.

Medical Management of Eating Disorders

Medical Management of Eating Disorders
Author: C. Laird Birmingham
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 285
Release: 2010-02-25
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0521727103

Now in its second edition, this established text provides the practical information needed to treat patients with anorexia nervosa and related eating disorders. It is suitable for all health care professionals involved in eating disorder management, with special information provided for general practitioners, nurses, family carers and nutritionists.

Activity Anorexia

Activity Anorexia
Author: W. Frank Epling
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 266
Release: 1996
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780805819298

First Published in 1996. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Animal Models of Human Psychology

Animal Models of Human Psychology
Author: Kenneth Joel Shapiro
Publisher: Seattle, [Wash.] ; Toronto : Hogrefe & Huber
Total Pages: 352
Release: 1998
Genre: Medical
ISBN:

After surveying current research practices and model development strategies, the author examines animal models of eating disorders from both scientific and ethical points of view. He exposes logical inconsistencies in the study of animals as models for human behavior, and concludes that such research has little to contribute. The foreword is by noted chimpanzee-researcher Jane Goodall. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia Nervosa
Author: Nicole C. Barbarich-Marsteller
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Anorexia nervosa
ISBN: 9781620812914

Anorexia Nervosa is an enigmatic and, too commonly, an extremely challenging disorder. Its core clinical features have been recognised for centuries, and the label anorexia nervosa was coined in the 19th century. Over the many ensuing years, the disorder has been examined from a wide variety of perspectives, ranging from psychoanalytic to genetic. While potential risk factors have been identified, features clarified and complications appreciated, a full understanding and universally effective methods of treatment remain elusive. The current volume does not attempt to review the long history of research on anorexia nervosa. Rather, leaders in the field describe fresh approaches and new directions. This volume is a very forward-looking examination of novel ideas and new approaches to the understanding of an old, extremely persistent and enigmatic mental disorder. The approaches described will hopefully form a foundation for significant advances in the years ahead.

Compulsive Eating Behavior and Food Addiction

Compulsive Eating Behavior and Food Addiction
Author: Pietro Cottone
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 498
Release: 2019-07-24
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0128163836

Compulsive Eating Behavior and Food Addiction: Emerging Pathological Constructs is the first book of its kind to emphasize food addiction as an addictive disorder. This book focuses on the preclinical aspects of food addiction research, shifting the focus towards a more complex behavioral expression of pathological feeding and combining it with current research on neurobiological substrates. This book will become an invaluable reference for researchers in food addiction and compulsive eating constructs. Compulsive eating behavior is a pathological form of feeding that phenotypically and neurobiologically resembles the compulsive-like behaviors associated with both drug abuse and behavioral addictions. Compulsive eating behavior, including Binge Eating Disorder (BED), certain forms of obesity, and 'food addiction' affect an estimated 70 million individuals worldwide. - Synthesizes clinical and preclinical perspectives on addictive eating behavior - Identifies how food addiction is similar and/or different from other addictions - Focuses on the underlying neurobiological mechanisms - Provides information on therapeutic interventions for patients with food addiction

Neurobiology of Abnormal Emotion and Motivated Behaviors

Neurobiology of Abnormal Emotion and Motivated Behaviors
Author: Susan Sangha
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018-05-05
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780128136935

Neurobiology of Abnormal Emotion and Motivated Behaviors: Integrating Animal and Human Research pulls together world-renowned leaders from both animal and human research, providing a conceptual framework on how neuroscience can inform our understanding of emotion and motivation, while also outlining methodological commonalities between animal and human neuroscience research, with an emphasis on experimental design, physiological recording techniques and outcome measures. Typically, researchers investigating the neurobiology of emotions focus on either animal models or humans. This book brings the two disciplines together to share information and collaborate on future experimental techniques, physiological measures and clinical outcomes.

Skills-based Learning for Caring for a Loved One with an Eating Disorder

Skills-based Learning for Caring for a Loved One with an Eating Disorder
Author: Janet Treasure
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 220
Release: 2007-08-07
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1134083890

Skills-based Learning for Caring for a Loved One with an Eating Disorder equips carers with the skills and knowledge needed to support and encourage those suffering from an eating disorder, and to help them to break free from the traps that prevent recovery. Through a coordinated approach, this book offers information alongside detailed techniques and strategies, which aim to improve professionals' and home carers' ability to build continuity and consistency of support for their loved ones. The authors use evidence-based research and personal experience, as well as practical support skills, to advise the reader on a number of difficult areas in caring for someone with an eating disorder. These include: working towards positive change through good communications skills developing problem solving skills building resilience managing difficult behaviour. This book is essential reading for both professionals and families involved in the care and support of anyone with an eating disorder. It will enable the reader to use the skills, information and insight gained to help change eating disorder symptoms.