Eating Disorders: A Parent's Guide (Paperback)

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This book fills a gap in the books available on eating disorders in that it addresses a wide range of potential eating disorders in young people... This is a reassuring book without negating the seriousness of an eating disorder and is written as though sharing knowledge with equal partners in the process of helping a child - Signpost, March 2005

Product Description

Eating problems in children and teenagers are very common. Yet myths about the problem abound and it can be very difficult to separate the facts from popular beliefs; unusual or disturbed eating patterns can be understandably bewildering and distressing for parents.

Whatever aspect of your child's eating behaviour is causing you concern, this book will help you understand some of the more common reasons why problems arise, and will give you advice on what you and others can do to manage the situation.

Written by experienced clinicians, this new edition of Eating Disorders: A Parents' Guide is dedicated to clarifying the subject of eating disorders. Combining an accessible and straightforward introduction to the subject with practical advice, this book represents the first step towards diagnosis and treatment.

Case-studies are used to help parents to understand their children's experiences of this complex and challenging subject and sensitive advice is offered on a range of issues, including:

* how to identify a complete range of eating difficulties
* how to approach specific problems
* where to seek help and treatment.

This book will be welcomed by anyone who is concerned about the eating habits of their children and will be invaluable to professionals working with those suffering from eating disorders.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Routledge; Revised edition (June 17, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1583918604
• ISBN-13: 978-1583918609
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #896,546 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The first step towards diagnosis and treatment, December 12, 2004

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This parent's guide to eating disorders enjoys a newly revised edition and coverage of unusual or disturbed eating patterns to help parents easily identify possible problems and manage them appropriately. The collaborative work of Rachel Bryant-waugh and Bruan Lask, Eating Disorders is the first step towards diagnosis and treatment: included here are details on how to identify a range of eating problems, how to handle them, and who to seek for help.