Eating Disorders: A Handbook for Teens, Families and Teachers
This is a book for teenagers, their families, and others involved in their lives. It defines what the disorders are, considers who suffers from them and why, and discusses the warning signs, complications, and associated problems. It also provides information on adolescent obesity, body dysmorphia and the treatment and prevention of eating disorders. Numerous resources that can provide help are listed.
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This is a book for teenagers, their friends, and others involved in their lives. It defines different types of eating disorders, looks at who suffers from them and why, and discusses warning signs, treatment, complications, and associated problems. Heller is medical director of the Suburban Center for Eating Disorders and Adolescent Obesity. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
AcknowledgmentsPreface11No Age Barriers32What Are Eating Disorders?73Who Develops an Eating Disorder and Why?284Body Image and Self-Esteem415Eating Disorders in Males496Warning Signs of an Eating Disorder637Complications of Eating Disorders698Associated Disorders819Treatment8910Recovery10711Prevention11712Adolescent Obesity12713Questions and Answers14314Conclusion162App. A: Quick Reference Guide163App. B: Resources167App. C: Bibliography169App. D: Index173
