Anorexia and Bulimia in the Family: One Parent's Practical Guide to Recovery (Paperback)

by Gráinne Smith (Author) "My life was opening up, I had lots of friends and an improving social life, a job that gave a lot of satisfaction as well..." (more)
Key Phrases: Janet Treasure, Hard-hearted Hannah, Anxious Annie (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review
“…February also sees the launch of a book of practical advice for parents by Grainne Smith… (Community Practitioner, 1 Jan 04)

“…invaluable reading for any relative trying to support someone suffering from anorexia or bulimia…” (Independent, 19 January 2003)

“…a welcome practical guide for parents…can be warmly recommended…” (Intl Jnl of Adolescent Med & Health, Vol 16(2), 2004

“…offers vital support and advice to a family coping with, or recovering from, eating disorders…” (Here’s Health, April 2004)

“… this is a very readable book, with a skilful interweaving of the author’s own story and suggestions and advice…” (Eating Disorders Resources, 4 May 2004)

“…practical suggestions and ideas for coping…” (Human Givens Journal, July 04)

Product Description
"Nine years ago my daughter came home after an abusive marriage and developed Anorexia, yet did not recognise she was ill. It was the beginning of a living nightmare."

Anorexia and Bulimia in the Family: One Parent’s Guide to Recovery is the first supportive self-help guide written by a carer for other carers. This is the book Gráinne Smith searched for without success, as she battled against the wall of rejection and denial her daughter’s illness built around her, determined not to allow her to be one of the 20 per cent who die.

It is her personal story that proves that these house guests can be evicted. But it is more than that. It is also a practical guide with many tips and suggestions, including how to deal with eating, kitchen and bathroom issues, how to manage dramatic changes in mood behaviour and personality, how to get the best from professional help, and how to survive as a family.Gráinne Smith knows there are no easy answers. She has researched the subject through world-leading authorities, worked as a volunteer and on a helpline. She is a mother who has lived through the nightmare, and so has her daughter.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 234 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (March 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470861614
• ISBN-13: 978-0470861615
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,502,999 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)