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Anorexia and Bulimia in the Family: One Parent´s Practical Guide to Recovery
Gráinne Smith
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Description for Anorexia and Bulimia in the Family: One Parent´s Practical Guide to Recovery
Paperback. Anorexia and bulimia nervosa are illnesses that affect entire families, not just the afflicted. Yet remarkably few books discuss the impact of these disorders on the entire family. Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa: Guests from Hell tells the story of one familya s struggle with a daughter with an eating disorder. Num Pages: 234 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: VFD; VFJJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 141 x 16. Weight in Grams: 322.
Written by a mother whose daughter suffers from an eating disorder, Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa is a supportive, helpful guide for families of those with eating disorders. Framed by the personal story of Gráinne Smith and her daughter, the book describes the onset and symptoms of the two disorders, as well as the typical situations family and caregivers can expect on the long road to helping the sufferer to recover. Readers will learn about the effects on family life, in particular the common feelings of isolation and helplessness, and get strategies for coping and finding more information and assistance.
Written by a mother whose daughter suffers from an eating disorder, Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa is a supportive, helpful guide for families of those with eating disorders. Framed by the personal story of Gráinne Smith and her daughter, the book describes the onset and symptoms of the two disorders, as well as the typical situations family and caregivers can expect on the long road to helping the sufferer to recover. Readers will learn about the effects on family life, in particular the common feelings of isolation and helplessness, and get strategies for coping and finding more information and assistance.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Number of pages
234
Condition
New
Number of Pages
216
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780470861615
SKU
V9780470861615
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99-50
About Gráinne Smith
Gráinne Smith has worked for several years on the Eating Disorder Association helpline as a volunteer, putting to good use her training and experience as a former Samaritan. During that time she has spoken to hundreds of carers and sufferers as well as to many professionals. A founder member, now chairperson, of NEEDS Scotland (North East Eating Disorder Support) ... Read more
Reviews for Anorexia and Bulimia in the Family: One Parent´s Practical Guide to Recovery
“…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), ... Read more