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Group analysis: looking systematically at group development, structure, and function in an eating disorder program
- Author:
- BENNER Erin
- Journal article citation:
- Groupwork, 21(2), 2011, pp.61-70.
- Publisher:
- Whiting and Birch
This paper reflects upon groupwork with patients in a hospital-based eating disorder treatment programme. The goal of the group is to address the member’s challenges and successes in recovery from eating disorders and also to promote positive thinking and emotional well-being. The weekly group meetings are mandatory for all patients in the programme. Because patients typically are only in treatment for 15 days, trust needs to be established quickly. The article discusses the importance of reflection, being creative when developing group topics, and relying more on the group members to dictate the direction and flow of each session. The article talks about some of the specific challenges encountered in planning and running the groups, particularly the group members’ ambivalence around attending and participating. It also describes how at times an individual’s own concerns and needs can be addressed by the entire group, allowing other members to relate their own stories as well as give support to someone in need.
Narrative therapy, eating disorders and groups: enhancing outcomes in rural NSW
- Authors:
- WEBER Mim, DAVIS Kierrynn, McPHIE Lisa
- Journal article citation:
- Australian Social Work, 59(4), December 2006, pp.391-405.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
The present paper reports on a study conducted with seven women who identified themselves as experiencing depression as well as an eating disorder and who live in a rural region of northern New South Wales. Self-referred, the women participated in a weekly group for 10 weeks, with a mixture of topics, conducted within a narrative therapy framework. A comparison of pre- and post-group tests demonstrated a reduction in depression scores and eating disorder risk. All women reported a change in daily practices, together with less self-criticism. These findings were supported by a post-group evaluation survey that revealed that externalisation of, and disengagement from, the eating disorder strongly assisted the women to make changes in their daily practices. Although preliminary and short term, the outcomes of the present study indicate that group work conducted within a narrative therapy framework may result in positive changes for women entangled with depression and an eating disorder.
A pilot study with adaptations to the Maudsley Method approach on workshops for carers of people with eating disorders
- Authors:
- LINACRE Stephen, GREEN Jessica, SHARMA Vishal
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Review Journal, 21(4), 2016, pp.295-307.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: Carers of people with eating disorders (EDs) experience high levels of burden which can lead to clinical levels of depression and anxiety, high levels of expressed emotion and can lead to a non-conducive environment to support recovery. The Maudsley Method skills-based workshops can empower carers to support people with ED to move towards recovery, reduce carer burden and high levels of distress. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach: Adaptations have been made to the Maudsley Method skills based workshops to include evidence based approaches from cognitive remediation therapy; mindfulness and acceptance commitment therapy. The adapted workshops were assessed via a pilot study with ten carers of people with ED using a mixed method design. The Experience of Caregiving Inventory and SF-36 were used to assess aspects of caregiving and carer wellbeing, respectively pre and post intervention. Thematic analysis was used to evaluate carers’ views on the intervention. Findings: Results indicated that carers reduced their level of burden particularly in their experience of stigma, dependency and loss. Furthermore, positive aspects of the relationship with the person with the ED improved. Thematic analysis was used to obtain feedback from carers of the workshops. Qualitative data identified that carers improved their self-awareness, understanding of ED and the techniques they could use, and increased their social support. Research limitations/implications: Further research is required to compare the original workshops with this adapted intervention. Originality/value: Although this is a pilot study, the results suggest that further evidence based interventions could be added to the Maudsley Method approach to support carers. (Publisher abstract)
A further look at group therapy for women with eating disorders in a university setting
- Author:
- ROSS Peter
- Journal article citation:
- Counselling, 4(4), November 1994, pp.272-273.
Describes the process and content of group sessions for women undergraduates with eating disorders.
A services to help families deal with eating disorders
- Author:
- ELLIOTT Ann
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 7.2.02, 2002, pp.38-39.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
An eating disorder can have a devastating effect on family life. Describes a group set up by health professionals to help clients work with their closest relatives.
'Without the group I'd still be eating half the Co-op': an example of groupwork with women who used food
- Authors:
- BALL Jill, NORMAN Annemarie
- Journal article citation:
- Groupwork, 9(1), 1996, pp.48-61.
- Publisher:
- Whiting and Birch
Takes the reader through a history of the establishment of the Northern Initiative on Women and Eating. It gives an analysis of an understanding of women's use of food before going on to examine a 14-week art therapy group for such women. An evaluation is given of the work and a final section highlights elements of good practice.
Counselling adult survivors of child sexual abuse
- Author:
- SANDERSON Christiane
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 1990
- Pagination:
- 387p.,bibliogs.
- Place of publication:
- London
Examines the theories which attempt to account for the occurrence of child sexual abuse. Explains the traumatic impact. Looks at ways in which these effects can be ameliorated and the adult healed. Treatment techniques and the role of the counsellor are also discussed. Includes a chapter on group therapy.