The Eating Disorder Sourcebook : A Comprehensive Guide to the Causes, Treatments, and Prevention of Eating Disorders (Paperback)

by Carolyn Costin (Author) "Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa have become familiar household words..." (more)
Key Phrases: eating disordered individuals, males with eating disorders, eating disorder behaviors, Twelve Step, Monte Nido, Free Time (more...)

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Review
The author, a recovered anorexic and eating disorder specialist, provides a unique personal and professional viewpoint on eating disorders, examining individual and family dynamics and helping readers assess symptoms which may indicate problems. From approaching a troubled eater to considering different solutions, this goes further than most in providing a sympathetic view of eating disorders and their diagnoses. -- Midwest Book Review --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description

Provides a compassionate and comprehensive look at this potentially fatal disorder through a multidimensional approach that incorporates nutritional, psychological, and biochemical aspects. Costin addresses questions about the cause, treatment, and prevention of anorexia nervosa, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and activity disorder. Patients, families, and professionals may avail themselves of up-to-date information on treatment programs, family therapy, and support groups.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 2 edition (October 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0737301023
• ISBN-13: 978-0737301021
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #637,685 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent-Thoughtful-Useful, March 7, 2004

By	Kerry A. Lusignan (Northampton, MA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who works with eating disorders I found this book very helpful, it initiated into much of the important subject matter to be reflected on in treating these illnesses; and has since served as a useful guide worth rereading and reflecting on time and time again. I saw Carolyn speak at an eating disorders conference a year ago and her strong clinical background, her personal experience, her creativity and compassion come through as clearly in this book as they did in listening to her. I highly recommend it.

39 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars highly recommended, February 10, 2000

By	janice (Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Eating Disorder Sourcebook (Paperback)

This is an excellent source for those who already have some knowledge of eating disorders and want a more in depth look at the behaviors and histories often associated with them. For those who are new to the subject, I recommend Mary Pipher's book Hunger Pains.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent resource, January 11, 2006

By	J. Gydosh - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As a student in the behavioral studies curriculum, this book has given me a tremendous amount of valuable information and insight into the field of eating disorders. It is very clear and reader-friendly!