Background:Eating disorders (EDs) are an emerging concern in India. There are few studies comparing clinical samples in western and nonwestern settings.Aim:The aim was to compare females aged 16–26 years being treated for an ED in India (outpatients n = 30) and Australia (outpatients n = 30, inpatients n = 30).Materials and Methods:Samples were matched by age and body mass index, and had similar diagnostic profiles. Demographic information and history of eating and exercise problems were assessed. All patients completed the quality-of-life for EDs (QOL EDs) questionnaire.Results:Indians felt they overate and binge ate more often than Australians; frequencies of food restriction, vomiting, and laxative use were similar. Indians were less aware of ED feelings, such as, “fear of losing control over food or eating” and “being preoccupied with food, eating or their body.” Indians felt eating and exercise had less impact on their relationships and social life but more impact on their medical health. No differences were found in the global quality-of-life, body weight, eating behaviors, psychological feelings, and exercise subscores for the three groups.Conclusion:Indian and Australian patients are similar but may differ in preoccupation and control of their ED-related feelings.
Beck's model of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) has been successfully used for the treatment of depression. Brief versions of CBT are now being increasingly applied in the treatment of depressive disorders. The case of Ms. A is presented to highlight the effectiveness of a brief intervention conducted across 7 sessions to ameliorate the debilitating effects of the disorder which was diagnosed post the traumatic loss of her brother 2 years ago to suicide. The rationale for the choice of a brief intervention, its application and a session wise discussion of the treatment and its planning are discussed to provide an insight into the varied applicability and utility of brief interventions.
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