The family, as a unit, is encouraged to develop ways to cope with the disorder. A process which allows people to re-examine existing thought and behaviour patterns. Where severe depression is present, drug therapy might be used to correct hormonal or chemical imbalances. This technique may be helpful for some people as an adjunct to other therapies. Dietitians or nutritionalists may assist in the retraining of healthy eating patterns.
Books portraying positive role models can also be helpful.
Separate Groups for Sufferers and for Relatives and Friends .