Synopses & Reviews
The mortality rate associated with eating disorders is higher than that of any other psychiatric illness. What are the factors that influence abnormal perceptions of body image and trigger the deadly behaviors of food deprivation or uncontrollable gluttony? This indispensable resource thoroughly examines the complex subject of eating disorders, particularly the sociocultural, psychological, and nutritional aspects of eating disorders and body image.
Eating Disorders: An Encyclopedia of Causes, Treatment, and Prevention explores the definitions, risk factors, symptoms, and health consequences of such illnesses as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating. The author discusses the assessment and treatment of these conditions, and imparts health education strategies related to the "Dos and Don'ts" of awareness and prevention efforts. Additionally, she shares tips for recognizing symptoms and discusses where to seek help if a friend or family member is affected. Topics include flight attendants and body weight requirements, the impact of Virtual Reality, and media and sociocultural influences.
Review
"A solid and up-to-date introduction for college or graduate school students. . . . The extensive entries for treatment and prevention programs add to the title's usefulness." - Library Journal
Review
"This volume provides thorough coverage of the many facets of eating disorders, with an emphasis on psychological and emotional aspects. . . . The variety of contributor expertise aids in the comprehensive coverage of topics. . . . .The articles would be a great starting point for research, making this book suitable for most high-school, public, and undergraduate libraries." - Booklist
Synopsis
A timely, relevant work, this encyclopedia provides a comprehensive examination of a full range of topics related to eating disorders and body image.
Synopsis
A timely, relevant work, this encyclopedia provides a comprehensive examination of a full range of topics related to eating disorders and body image.
The mortality rate associated with eating disorders is higher than that of any other psychiatric illness. What are the factors that influence abnormal perceptions of body image and trigger the deadly behaviors of food deprivation or uncontrollable gluttony? This indispensable resource thoroughly examines the complex subject of eating disorders, particularly the sociocultural, psychological, and nutritional aspects of eating disorders and body image.
Eating Disorders: An Encyclopedia of Causes, Treatment, and Prevention explores the definitions, risk factors, symptoms, and health consequences of such illnesses as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating. The author discusses the assessment and treatment of these conditions, and imparts health education strategies related to the "Dos and Don'ts" of awareness and prevention efforts. Additionally, she shares tips for recognizing symptoms and discusses where to seek help if a friend or family member is affected. Topics include flight attendants and body weight requirements, the impact of Virtual Reality, and media and sociocultural influences.
Synopsis
• Discusses the assessment, treatment, and prevention of eating disorders
• Covers body image and eating disorders from interdisciplinary perspectives
• Includes the full spectrum of conditions related to body image and eating behaviors including orthorexia, muscle dysmorphia, and pica
• Provides strategies for helping someone suffering from a disorder
Synopsis
• Case illustrations of eating disorder concerns
• A timeline of the history of eating disorders
• Contributions from experts in cross-disciplinary fields
• Types of prevention programs and ways to promote positive body image