Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2008
Abstract
Eating disorders are among the most frequently seen chronic illnesses found in adolescent females. In this paper, we discuss school-based prevention and intervention efforts that seek to reduce the impact of this serious illness. School counselors play a key role in the prevention of eating disorders and can provide support even when not directly involved in psychological or medical treatment. Because of their ability to play a leadership role in school-based prevention of eating disorders, school counselors are essential in facilitating a collaborative approach to the prevention of and intervention in eating disorders and their associated risk factors.
Recommended Citation
Giles, M., & Hass, M. (2008). Fostering a Healthy Body Image: Prevention and Intervention with Adolescent Eating Disorders. Journal of School Counseling, 6(13). Retrieved from http://www.jsc.montana.edu/articles/v6n13.pdf
Peer Reviewed
1
Copyright
Montana State University
Included in
Educational Administration and Supervision Commons, Health and Physical Education Commons, Other Mental and Social Health Commons, School Psychology Commons, Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education Commons, Women's Health Commons
Comments
This article was originally published in Journal of School Counseling, volume 6, number 13, in 2008.