Springer International Publishing

Springer International Publishing

English

“Psychiatric Care in Severe Obesity provides a timely and comprehensive account of the current best practice in understanding, assessing and treating a person with severe obesity. It is a much-needed resource for professionals managing the emotional well-being of this patient group, especially given the prevalence of mental ill health within this cohort.” (Jennifer Woodhouse, The British Journal of Psychiatry, Vol. 213 (2), August, 2018)“This book is written for practitioners across various specialties, including psychiatry, bariatric surgery, and primary care, as well as medical students, residents, psychologists, dietitians, and anyone providing care to those with severe obesity. … an in-depth look at the complex biopsychosocial factors impacting obesity and comorbid psychiatric illness. Its broad swath of topics ranging from bariatric surgery to mindful eating and everything in between makes it a unique and helpful resource for anyone providing care to patients with severe obesity.” (Andrea Lundberg, Doody's Book Reviews, March, 2017)