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Tools for Cognitive Behavioral Treatment of Binge Eating Among Latinos

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Among Latinos, binge eating is the most prevalent across eating disorders. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has strong empirical support in treating binge eating and is considered one of the “gold standard” treatments. However, there is limited to no research on the generalizability of CBT to Latinos. The following chapter provides a brief review of the cognitive behavioral model of binge eating and summarizes the extant literature. Where available, research pertaining to Latinos is also discussed. The CBT treatment plan for binge eating is presented, and the incorporation of culture-related issues is discussed within each section. Tools and resources for each phase of treatment are provided in both English and Spanish languages.

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  1. Department of Psychology, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, 85287-1104, USA

    Marisol Perez PhD

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  1. Department of Psychology, University of Nevada Reno, Reno, Nevada, USA

    Lorraine T. Benuto

Tools for Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for Binge Eating

Tools for Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for Binge Eating

12.a. Semi-structured Clinical Interview/Intake

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12.b. Daily Record

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12.b. Registro Diario

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12.c. Handouts on Healthy Eating

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12.d. Binge Eating Triggers

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12.e. Coping Strategies Card

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12.f. Interpersonal Events

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12.g. Eventos Interpersonales

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Perez, M. (2017). Tools for Cognitive Behavioral Treatment of Binge Eating Among Latinos. In: Benuto, L. (eds) Toolkit for Counseling Spanish-Speaking Clients. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-64880-4_11

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