Body image and eating disorders are not only widespread but the cause of high levels of burden within Western societies. However, over recent years, prevention, early intervention and treatment options have expanded to address the complex presentations of these disorders, and the evaluation research for these approaches has also grown. The editors and specialist contributors to this book have sought to make these developments accessible to practitioners of all disciplines who work in the field, and to provide practical resources to facilitate their implementation so that they may select appropriate intervention options.

There are few texts available that draw together the wide range of evidence-based interventions in this field in a manner that can assist the health professional to choose and implement the treatment that is most likely to be effective. The central aim of this edited text is to present practical information about evidence-based therapeutic approaches to facilitate appropriate intervention selection and implementation.

Each chapter will provide a theoretical rationale for an intervention approach which is followed by a description of the evidence base for that approach. Each chapter will then outline issues in the implementation of the particular approach, raising its positive aspects but also dilemmas and challenges that may arise. Drawing on case material or clinical experiences, authors will highlight practical issues that need to be considered and additional resources will be presented. Despite some limitations in the evidence, this book will reflect notable advances in treatments for body image and eating disorders over the past 10 years, including advances in prevention, psychological treatment techniques, pharmacotherapy, and treatment delivery approaches, and will provide practical and up-to-date guidance and tools for today’s practitioners.