Anorexia, Murder, and Suicide by David Malan
Anorexia nervosa, sexual murder and suicide are among the most difficult and alarming conditions that any therapist is likely to encounter. This book presents exceptional insight and profound understanding into these three major areas of clinical concern. It draws upon the stories of three patients in psychotherapy or psychoanalysis, who recovered from their severe disturbances, and who have been followed up for over twenty years since the end of their original treatment. The implications for the management of these patients are discussed in detail and some surprising findings are presented. Included is a comprehensive review of the literature on anorexia and sexual murder, and a discussion with many clinical examples of the author's extensive experience of the handling of suicidal patients.
'This is a masterly work, a must read for every psychiatry trainee and every would-be psychotherapist... The reader feels privileged to know these people and inspired by their journeys. Herein lies the mystery.
Australia and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, V
Australia and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, V
Patricia Coughlin Della Selva, Ph.D., maintains a private practice in Albany, New York. In addition to treating patients, she teaches at Albany Medical School, writes professionally, and conducts training workshops for mental health professionals around the world.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780750630030 |
| ISBN 10 | 0750630035 |
| Title | Anorexia, Murder, and Suicide |
| Author | David Malan |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Year published | 1997-10-15 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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