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Zusammenfassung
Ayelet spent six years of her adolescence in and out of hospital, having been diagnosed as suffering from a severe anorexia disorder. She is now a special needs teacher. In the first part of this book Ayelet describes her personal experiences of the illness, the repeated hospitalisations and her ultimate recovery, illustrated with examples of her drawing and writing from when she was ill.
Tammie Ronen, her therapist, outlines the step-by-step progress of the therapy from the professional angle, describing in detail the decision-making and treatment considerations specific to Ayelet's life and context. She also includes comprehensive overviews of contemporary research into anorexia and of cognitive constructivist methods.
This interweaving of theory, practice and personal experience offers the reader unique insight into the reality of the illness and demonstrates the effectiveness of integrative and creative methods, and the central importance of a good relationship between the client and the therapist. The book is a rich source of inspiration and guidance for therapists and other professionals, as well as for people with eating disorders and their families.
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Doody's Book Review
This book uses a different approach to explore the disorder anorexia and its treatment. The client tells her story as she knows it, and the therapist hers. Literature summation is presented at the end of the book, including illustrations by the client, a glossary and references. The client initially wanted to tell her story in order to achieve closure and the therapist believed the process could be beneficial. The process itself, however, resulted in much more than a book and the insights gained by both client and therapist were much more than they anticipated. Objectives included providing an approach to anorexia from two different points of view and life after anorexia. The objectives are noble and accomplished. It is hoped that this book proves helpful to mental health professionals, hospital staff, private clinicians, school counselors, and pediatricians as well as young women suffering from similar problems, their parents, and other family members. The book is very easy to read and honest. The author is very credible since she is the therapist and her background and experience in child clinical studies is appropriate. The book is covers three areas. Parts I and III portray the client's own story of her life, illness, and therapy; Part II is the therapist's account of the treatment; and Parts IV, V, and VI contain a summary of current literature, the therapist's approach, and guidelines for other clinicians. There are illustrations by the client throughout the book and a glossary. The book is very useful due mainly to its unique presentation. So often clinicians fall prey to the therapeutic rut. This book reminds us of the client's experience and also gives a "happy ending" after a long and arduous trek through therapy for client and author. Laypersons will find this book easy to read and understand. I have quite a collection of books on eating disorders and this is a welcome addition. Gina M. Caputo, MA, LCPC(Cermak Health Services). Copyright 2001, Doody Publishing