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In a society where most people have access to a healthy, nutritious diet, why do so many -- particularly girls and young women (but increasingly, boys and young men) -- develop eating disorders that can lead to illness, organ damage and death?
In this comprehensive addition to the Your Personal Health series, Dr. Jim Kirkpatrick and Dr. Paul Caldwell offer expert advice on the causes, effects and treatment of anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and a host of less familiar eating disorders.
Topics include:
the issue of genetic predisposition feeding disorders of infancy and early childhood early warning signs of a developing disorder practical tips on how families can cope complicating factors, such as pregnancy, diabetes and substance abuse medical and psychological treatment options the recovery processSupplemented by illustrations, case studies and personal insights from people recovering from these problems, Eating Disorders is a sensitive guide to a complex and disturbingly common problem.
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Doody's Book Review
This is a clearly written and thorough explanation of eating disorders, including their variations (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and others), complicating factors, treatment approaches, and the recovery process. This book is intended to convey a better understanding of eating disorders from the perspective of practitioners, patients, and their families. Since eating disorders are so often misunderstood or oversimplified in the media, this book helps to clarify our understanding of what has become an increasingly common disease process. The authors are writing for anyone affected by or interested in eating disorders, with the additional goal of providing a reference for those advocating for more and better treatment facilities. Both authors are family practitioners with extensive clinical experience treating patients with eating disorders. Beginning with a complete description of each disorder, the book goes on to describe complicating factors such as depression and substance abuse, cultural and personal issues that perpetuate the disorders, medical, pharmacological, and psychiatric treatment options, and finally, the recovery process. Highlighted excerpts from patients help to present their point of view, giving it more credibility, certainly, for those suffering from one of the disorders. A section at the back gives a list of treatment facilities in both the U.S. and Canada. This is an excellent resource for people wanting to develop a better understanding of this topic, whether it affects them personally or someone they know or treat. It would be especially helpful in family therapy, since it can be understood by almost all age groups. It also provides a tool for those who hope to advocate for better treatment choices and gives hope to patients and their families that recovery is possible. Diana H. Marta, BSN, RN(Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center). Copyright 2001, Doody Publishing
Table of Contents
Preface | p. 1 |
Acknowledgments | p. 6 |
Introduction | p. 8 |
Chapter 1 Anorexia Nervosa | p. 13 |
Chapter 2 Bulimia Nervosa | p. 37 |
Chapter 3 Other Eating Disorders | p. 59 |
Chapter 4 Factors That Complicate Eating Disorders | p. 77 |
Chapter 5 Understanding Eating Disorders | p. 91 |
Chapter 6 Medical Treatment | p. 29 |
Chapter 7 Medications That May Help | p. 145 |
Chapter 8 Psychological Treatment | p. 153 |
Chapter 9 The Road to Recovery | p. 163 |
Glossary | p. 189 |
Further Resources | p. 192 |
Index | p. 197 |