Dying to Be Thin: Understanding and Defeating Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia--A Practical, Lifesaving Guide (Paperback)

by Ira M. Sacker (Author), Marc A. Zimmer (Author) "Someone you know may literally be dying to be thin..." (more)
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Product Description
Dr. Sacker and Dr. Zimmer explain in full detail the causes and symptoms of these disorders and how and where to find help. Using case histories and first-person accounts by patients, their families, their physicians and friends, Dying To Be Thin is the complete resource for anyone concerned with these dangerous disorders.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Grand Central Publishing; Updated edition (August 1, 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0446384178
• ISBN-13: 978-0446384179
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #109,953 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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46 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and complete case studies-format; packed with info, June 28, 1998

By	Wendy Ellis ([e-mail]) (Menlo Park, CA) - See all my reviews

I read this book as my daughter was hospitalized for anorexia. The fear and guilt were HUGE as I began reading (they still are) but Zimmer's and Sacker's work as an M.D. specializing in Eating Disorders has provided much-needed insight into sufferers' motivations and pain. My daughter, age 14, marked all the pages that "spoke" to her...she marked MANY pages. Authors Zimmer and Sacker attempt, and for the most part succeed, in explaining all variations of EDs. Esp poignant for me were the comments from a mother, and her powerlessness to stop her daughter from destroying herself through starvation. I bought several copies to distribute to family members so that they can support my daughter in recovery. Very useful is a section for educators on how they can assist a student who has an ED.

36 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book. It gave me the courage to quit., November 1, 1999

By A Customer

I would recommend this book to anyone, but especially those who suffer from anorexia or bullemia. I purchased this book at the height of my disease in 1997 and it gave me the courage to quit. The stories are real and so easy to relate to. I cried through half the book realizing how pathetic I was. I would love to someday personally thank the authors...

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing - the authors have an in depth view of the disease, June 7, 2002

By A Customer

Dying to be Thin helped me in ways beyond measure. I knew that a lot of what I was doing to my body was destructive, but only after reading the book did I want to seek help to end the disease- or try to at least. A big thank you and hugs to the authors.