Eating Disorders: A Handbook for Teens, Families, and Teachers

By Tania Heller

"If I gain any weight, I'll lose all control." These words, spoken by a 14-year-old anorexia nervosa patient, show just how serious eating disorders can be for teenagers, disturbing numbers of whom are dissatisfied with their bodies. For some, mostly girls, thoughts about food and their bodies consume their lives and lead to such life-threatening eating disorders as anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa. This guide to eating disorders for teenagers, their families, and others involved in their lives defines what the diseases are, considers who suffers from them and why, discusses the warning signs and complications, and covers associated disorders. It also provides information on body dysmorphia and the treatment and prevention of eating disorders. Numerous resources that can provide help are listed.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786414782
• ISBN13: 9780786414789
• Release Date: April 2003
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.8" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

Fantastic resource

Dr. Heller explains eating disorders in a clear and appropriate way that motivates not only adults, but teens, to fight against this problem. Excellent!

Welcome this book!

Dr. Heller makes a fine contribution to a vexing subject, and makes it attractive for teens, families, and teachers--as the subtitle suggests. Health professionals will also find it very useful. Topics include anorexia, binge eating, obesity, dieting and prevention. She addresses males as well as females, provides clear definitions and descriptions, case histories, and a resources list.