Fact or Fiction?: The Truth about Eating Disorders
The "Truth about..." series is aimed at teenagers with questions about pressing issues such as substance abuse, depression, sexual activity, and family problems, as well as serving as reference works for parents, teachers, counselors, and others who work with young people. The volume on eating disorders discusses problems including anorexia, bulimia, fad diets, and laxative abuse and explains topics such as the causes of eating disorders, how to recognize the disorders, the portrayal of...
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The "Truth about..." series is aimed at teenagers with questions about pressing issues such as substance abuse, depression, sexual activity, and family problems, as well as serving as reference works for parents, teachers, counselors, and others who work with young people. The volume on eating disorders discusses problems including anorexia, bulimia, fad diets, and laxative abuse and explains topics such as the causes of eating disorders, how to recognize the disorders, the portrayal of eating disorders in the media, and obesity and weight control. The volume's author is a television writer and producer who's also the author of The Parents' Guide to Congenital Heart Defects. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR School Library Journal Gr 8 Up-These clear and concise books discuss issues that affect many adolescents directly and indirectly. The topics are organized alphabetically. The first title addresses binge drinking, the effects of alcohol on the body, sexual behavior and alcohol, and more. The second book talks about causes, symptoms and diagnosis, eating disorders among males, etc. The third title includes discussions of anxiety disorders and their treatment, causes of depression, and defense mechanisms. "Teens Speak" features personal experiences, and sections labeled "Q & A" and "Fact or Fiction?" help to dispel common myths. Charts, tables, and statistical reports enhance the books' quality. Each one is broad in scope and covers emotional, social, and physical implications of the different types of disorders and illnesses under discussion. "Normal" feelings are contrasted with those that may be warning signs for serious problems. Contact information for relevant agencies is provided. Although numerous books are available on these issues, these titles do an excellent job of providing accurate information for teens. For reports or for self-help, they belong in any library serving young adults.-Kristen M. Todd, Middle Country Public Library, Centereach, NY Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information.
List of IllustrationsvPrefaceviiHow to Use This BookixNormal Behaviors and Eating Disorders1A to Z Entries13Anorexia15Bulimia21Caloric Intake and Expenditures27Depression and Weight31Diet Pills38Eating Disorders, Causes of42Eating Disorders, Symptoms and Diagnosis of52Eating Disorders in Men and Boys61Exercise65Fad Diets72Food Allergies80Laxative Abuse84Media and Eating Disorders88Morbidity and Mortality96Nutrition and Nutritional Deficiencies100Obesity108Peer Pressure116Purging120Self-Image124Treatment129Weight Control139Women and Eating Disorders142Hotlines and Help Sites147Glossary151Index161
\ School Library JournalGr 8 Up-These clear and concise books discuss issues that affect many adolescents directly and indirectly. The topics are organized alphabetically. The first title addresses binge drinking, the effects of alcohol on the body, sexual behavior and alcohol, and more. The second book talks about causes, symptoms and diagnosis, eating disorders among males, etc. The third title includes discussions of anxiety disorders and their treatment, causes of depression, and defense mechanisms. "Teens Speak" features personal experiences, and sections labeled "Q & A" and "Fact or Fiction?" help to dispel common myths. Charts, tables, and statistical reports enhance the books' quality. Each one is broad in scope and covers emotional, social, and physical implications of the different types of disorders and illnesses under discussion. "Normal" feelings are contrasted with those that may be warning signs for serious problems. Contact information for relevant agencies is provided. Although numerous books are available on these issues, these titles do an excellent job of providing accurate information for teens. For reports or for self-help, they belong in any library serving young adults.-Kristen M. Todd, Middle Country Public Library, Centereach, NY Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information.\ \
