Author: | Claudia J. Strauss, Jeanne Albronda Heaton, Ph.D. | ISBN: | 9781440624988 |
Publisher: | Penguin Publishing Group | Publication: | July 5, 2005 |
Imprint: | Berkley | Language: | English |
Author: | Claudia J. Strauss, Jeanne Albronda Heaton, Ph.D. |
ISBN: | 9781440624988 |
Publisher: | Penguin Publishing Group |
Publication: | July 5, 2005 |
Imprint: | Berkley |
Language: | English |
When a friend or family member shows signs of an eating disorder, the first impulse is to charge in, give advice, and fix what is wrong. But these tactics-however well-intentioned-can backfire.
This compassionate guide offers ways to tackle the tough topics of body image, media messages, physical touch, diets, and exercise-along with a special section on talking about these issues with children. It includes information about when to get professional help, how to handle emergencies, and answers to difficult questions such as "Am I too fat?" or "Is this ok to eat?"
When a friend or family member shows signs of an eating disorder, the first impulse is to charge in, give advice, and fix what is wrong. But these tactics-however well-intentioned-can backfire.
This compassionate guide offers ways to tackle the tough topics of body image, media messages, physical touch, diets, and exercise-along with a special section on talking about these issues with children. It includes information about when to get professional help, how to handle emergencies, and answers to difficult questions such as "Am I too fat?" or "Is this ok to eat?"