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The gravity of weight : a clinical guide to weight loss and maintenance /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Karasu, Sylvia R., 1949-
Other Authors: Karasu, T. Byram (Toksoz Byram), 1935-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Washington, D.C. : American Psychiatric Pub., [2010]
Edition:First edition.
Subjects:
Weight loss.
Weight loss > Psychological aspects.
Obesity > psychology.
Obesity > therapy.
Body Weight > physiology.
Weight Loss > physiology.
Table of Contents:
  • Obesity in the United States : the gravity of the situation
  • Food : the basic principles of calories
  • The psychology of the eater
  • The metabolic complexities of weight control
  • Psychiatric disorders and weight
  • Medical conditions and weight
  • Exercise
  • Circadian rhythms, sleep, and weight
  • Diet and weight
  • Psychological treatment strategies and weight
  • Pharmacological and surgical treatments for overweight and obesity.