Abstract
Topic: Treatment of eating disorders in children and adolescents across a continuum of care. Purpose: To describe the development and implementation of a comprehensive pilot program for children and adolescents with eating disorders. Sources: Published literature and clinical experience. Conclusions: The pilot program to provide comprehensive care to children and adolescents has been successful. As of November 2000, the inpatient modal eating disorder census has been 4 (highest = 10, lowest = 1). With the focus on prevention and early intervention, the multidisciplinary team continues to educate the public and providers.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 167-178 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2001 |
Keywords
- Child and adolescent eating disorder
- Comprehensive eating disorder program
- Psychiatric nursing
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Phychiatric Mental Health
- Pediatrics
- Psychiatry and Mental health