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"With this second edition, the author, a recovered anorexic, draws upon her own experience with the disorder and with treatment, and has combined this with extensive research to produce a comprehensive account of the symptoms, causes and treatments of anorexia nervosa. It includes a directory of organizations for treatment of eating disorders and resources for information and referral"--Provided by publisher.
3) Anorexia
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"Anorexia is written to examine the history of self-starvation from ancient times through present day, and the potential impact of Western culture, society, and economy on the desire to be thin. The text also discusses prominent theories of why self-starvation occurs and how best to treat it."--Preface.
5) FEMMEfille
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In the fashion world, Isabelle Caro was known as the face of shocking campaign NO-Anorexia. But what is the story behind the woman whose emaciated body adorned Oliviera Toscani''s billboards? Looking above and beyond her illness, this documentary turns back the clock on Isabelle''s troubled life and reveals the true desires and ambitions of a young woman struggling to overcome her childhood trauma and enter the adult world.
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"This new edition continues the outstanding tradition of excellence for which Duker and Slade's Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia: How to Help is internationally recognized. Updated to meet contemporary concerns, this book is 'a must' for anyone who wants to do something practical about anorexia nervosa/bulimia."
"Its unique contribution is the new widely acknowledged whirlpool theory which unifies the physiological and psychological aspects of the illness....
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"When Fasting Girls first appeared in 1988, anorexia nervosa was widely considered a new disease. In fact, most people thought it would go away. Joan Jacobs Brumberg's book changed that perception by demonstrating when and where anorexia nervosa originated and why it has become so "popular" in our time. A classic work that is both a biography of the disease and a sustained inquiry into the cultural forces that perpetuate it, Fasting Girls - newly...
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This second edition builds on the work of the first book, providing essential new and updated research outcomes on anorexia nervosa. It offers an insight and guidance into the recovery process for those who suffer from an eating disorder as well as advice and information for their loved ones. Divided into four sections, it includes: an outline of anorexia nervosa; coping strategies for sufferers; advice and information for families, carers and friends;...
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"This practical resource guide for students and parents dispels the myths surrounding eating disorders by providing factual and historical information on how our understanding of these problems has evolved. Chapters on anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, compulsive overeating, and other disorders use case studies and current research to describe and explain symptoms, dangers, and current theories about what causes such disorders." "Medical and psychological...
10) Eating disorders
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An estimated six million people have eating disorders -- a complex disease that has no one cause, which involves biological, social, and emotional problems, and in which the pressure to be thin plays a major role. This program from The Doctor Is In covers the personality profiles of those likeliest to develop anorexia, explains their perceived need to be thin and inability to acknowledge that they are thin enough, shows how anorexia develops and demonstrates...
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"Anorexia and Bulimia in the Family is the first supportive self-help guide written by a carer for other carers. This is the book Grainne Smith searched for without success, as she battled against the wall of rejection and denial her daughter's illness built around her, determined not to allow her to be one of the 20 per cent who die. It is her personal story, but it is more than that. It is also a practical guide with many tips, including how to...
12) Life-size
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Story of the inner life of Josie, a young woman who is straving herself to death.
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This primer on anorexia and bulimia is aimed at patients and the people who care about them. Written in straightforward language by two experts in the field, it describes the symptoms and warning signs of eating disorders, explains their presumed causes and complexities, and suggests effective treatments. The volume includes: guidance about what to expect and look for in the assessment and treatment process; emphasis on the critical role of psychotherapy...
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Synopsis: Simona Giordano presents the first full philosophical study of ethical issues in the treatment of anorexia and bulimia nervosa. Beginning with a comprehensive analysis of these conditions and an exploration of their complex causes, she then proceeds to address legal and ethical dilemmas such as a patient's refusal of life-saving treatment. Illustrated with many case-studies, Understanding Eating Disorders is an essential tool for anyone...
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This book's descriptions of the genetics and neuroscience behind the disorder is paired with first person descriptions and personal narratives of what biological differences mean to sufferers. Author Carrie Arnold, a trained scientist, science writer, and past sufferer of anorexia, speaks with clinicians, researchers, parents, other family members, and sufferers about the factors that make one vulnerable to anorexia, the neurochemistry behind the...
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Complex and dangerous, eating disorders have deep physical, psychological, and emotional roots. In this program, teens of both sexes discuss eating disorders and how to cope with them. Subjects covered include why appearance is important; the difference between anorexia and bulimia; why eating disorders are dangerous; what to do if one suspects an eating disorder; why diet pills and fads are dangerous; good nutrition for teens; and where to turn for...
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"This indispensable manual presents the Maudsley method, the leading family-based treatment for adolescents with anorexia nervosa (AN). What sets this approach apart is the central role played by parents throughout treatment. The authors are prominent experts who describe how to mobilize families to promote the patient's weight restoration and healthy eating, improve parent-child relationships, and get adolescent development back on track. Each phase...
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Interleaving the stories of therapist and client, this is a positive and helpful book for people with anorexia and those who care for them. Ayelet describes her experiences of this life-threatening illness, her repeated hospitalizations and eventual successful recovery, and includes examples of drawing and writing made when she was ill. Her therapist outlines the progress of the cognitive constructivist therapy and the rationale behind her decisions...
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