Publications [#277608] of Nancy L. Zucker

Papers Published

1. Bravender, T; Bryant-Waugh, R; Herzog, D; Katzman, D; Kreipe, RD; Lask, B; Le Grange, D; Lock, J; Loeb, K; Madden, S; Nicholls, D; O'Toole, J; Pinhas, L; Rome, E; Sokol-Burger, M; Wallen, U; Zucker, N; Workgroup for Classification of Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents, (2007). Classification of child and adolescent eating disturbances. Workgroup for Classification of Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents (WCEDCA).. Int J Eat Disord, 40 Suppl(7 SUPPL.), S117-S122. [doi]
   (last updated on 2024/04/24)

   Abstract:
   OBJECTIVE: : The purpose of this article is to summarize major conceptual and clinical variables related to age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate classification of eating problems and disorders in children and adolescents. METHOD: A review of current classifications and related literature in child development is provided. Problems with current classification schemes are identified and discussed. RESULTS: Current classifications are inadequate to address the clinical and research needs of children and adolescents with eating disturbances and disorders. CONCLUSION: A range of possible changes in classification strategies for eating disorders in children and adolescents are described.