In one indispensable volume, this book combines a complete overview of night eating syndrome (NES) with evidence-based treatment guidelines and clinical tools. Experts in the field review the biological underpinnings of NES and its common comorbidities; explain how the basic science can inform clinical practice; and discuss issues in assessment and diagnosis. Vivid case examples are featured. Of special utility for clinicians, the book includes a manual for delivering an empirically supported cognitive-behavioral treatment protocol. Reproducible client forms can be photocopied from the book or downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2 x 11 size.
ForewordJames E. Mitchell
I. Introduction and History
1. Introduction to Night Eating Syndrome: Past, Present, and FutureJennifer D. Lundgren, Kelly C. Allison, and Albert J. Stunkard
2. A History of Night Eating Syndrome: The First PatientAlbert J. Stunkard
II. Biology
3. Pathophysiological and Neuroendocrine Aspects of Night Eating SyndromeTatiana Ungredda, Marci E. Gluck, and Allan Geliebter
4. Circadian Rhythms Associated with Night Eating SyndromeJennifer D. Lundgren, Raymond Boston, and Glenys K. Noble
5. Behavioral and Molecular Genetics of Night Eating SyndromeCristin D. Runfola, Tammy L. Root, and Cynthia M. Bulik
III. Relation to Other Clinical Syndromes
6. The Relationship of Night Eating Syndrome with Obesity, Bariatric Surgery, and Physical HealthSusan L. Colles and John B. Dixon
7. Night Eating Syndrome and Other Eating DisordersYael Latzer and Orna Tzischinsky
8. Night Eating Syndrome and Other Psychiatric DisordersMelisa V. Rempfer and Meghan E. Murphy
9. Nocturnal Eating and Sleep DisordersMichael J. Howell and Scott J. Crow
IV. Assessment
10. Conceptual Issues Related to the Assessment of Eating Behavior, Mood, and Sleep in Night Eating SyndromeDrew A. Anderson, Scott G. Engel, and Ross D. Crosby
11. Assessment Instruments for Night Eating SyndromeJennifer D. Lundgren, Kelly C. Allison, Piergiuseppe Vinai, and Marci E. Gluck
V. Treatment
12. Pharmacological Treatment of Night Eating SyndromeKajal R. Patel, John P. O’Reardon, and Mario A. Cristancho
13. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Night Eating SyndromeKelly C. Allison
14. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Manual for Night Eating SyndromeKelly C. Allison
15. Other Approaches to the Treatment of Night Eating SyndromeLaura Pawlow
16. EpilogueJennifer D. Lundgren, Kelly C. Allison, and Albert J. Stunkard