Here is the first book written by a nutritionist that addresses childhood and teenage eating disorders - with an emphasis on home-based recovery....

Eating disorders are serious, life-threatening illnesses that often make no sense to family and friends. But to the person involved, they make a lot of sense and are, in fact, a way of coping with life....

Kathryn Zerbe feminist psychiatrist interlaces intelligent discussion with stories about individuals who have valiantly engaged in recovery.

In this straightforward reference guide, Costin provides clear, in-depth answers to 100 often-asked questions on a wide range of pertinent topics.

This book is a complete guide to understanding the causes, warning signs, and diagnosis of anorexia, and includes practical suggestions on how to help loved ones suffering from anorexia as well as the treatment options available.

Many factors contribute to an eating disorder. This book gives a broad perspective on the influences underlying anorexia...

The third edition of the Eating Disorder Sourcebook is a welcomed revision and update of this popular reference guide for both the lay public and professionals.

Based on the principals of Overeaters Anonymous, this book describes how an eating disorder—whether bingeing, vomiting, starving, or compulsive eating—...

For the best results, parents of teenagers must be actively involved in their child's recovery process, and these well-respected experts explain how.