The Use of Transactional Analysis in the Treatment of Eating Disorders

Bibliographic Data

ID20179202
AuthorsMervyn Brunt (corresponding author)
Year2005
Volume35
Issue3
Pages240-253
Publication date2005-07-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessNo
TypeARTICLE
VenueTransactional Analysis Journal (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0362-1537 • E-ISSN: 2329-5244
PublisherInforma UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1177/036215370503500304
OpenAlexW2316418938
LanguageEN
Citations received3
References cited14

Since 1859, when Marce described a “hypochondriacal delirium” characterized by food refusal, eating disorders have been recognized as having a psychological component (Silverman, 1997). This article examines the psychological factors inherent in anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa using a transactional analysis developmental perspective. The interaction between psychological and physiological factors that maintain an eating disorder is discussed, and a psychotherapeutic approach that includes the consideration of dietary advice, weight monitoring, and medical intervention is offered. With reference to case material, the author argues that ensuring adequate nutrition is compatible with the role of a transactional analysis psychotherapist

Anorexia nervosa · Bulimia nervosa · Eating disorders · Psychiatry · Psychotherapist · Transactional analysis · Transactional leadership · Clinical Psychology · Personality Disorders and Psychopathology · Psychology · Psychotherapy Techniques and Applications · Social Psychology · Transactional Analysis in Psychotherapy

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