- ISBN13: 9781580052603
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Product Description
One out of every one hundred young women is anorexic. Four out of every one hundred are bulimic. Overall, research suggests that eight million Americans—men and women—have an eating disorder. Yet in the face of these startling statistics, parents do not have a clear understanding of how to help their child overcome an eating disorder.
In Conquering Eating Disorders, Susan Cooper, a licensed psychologist and group psychotherapist, and Peggy Norton, a diet… More >>
#1 by A. Jacobs on April 8, 2010 - 10:13 pm
As a school counselor, I think that every elementary, middle, and high school counselor should have a copy of Conquering Eating Disorders on their shelves, and even one to give away. This non-threatening, easy to read, and very informative book caputres the essence of this illness. I love the realistic examples, written in story format; the amazing information about eating disorders weaved creatively in the processing; and the “what to do” for parents and then their teens after each chapter. I am so impressed with this book! I have read several on eating disorders, but none have truly captured my attention and promotion as this one. The chapters are short and easy to read in one sitting, and ideal for even teens and their parents to read it together.
This book promotes the positive role that school counselors play in a child’s life, and I believe that after reading it, you will become more aware and a better advocate for those struggling with eating issues. Five stars, definitely!!!!!
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by M. Hillman on April 8, 2010 - 10:43 pm
A well written and unique approach to a serious problem. This book will be of interest to parents and their adolescent children. I found it insightful and easy to understand and apply. Bravo to the authors.
Rating: 4 / 5
#3 by NJR on April 8, 2010 - 11:29 pm
As a registered dietitian, I have worked with a variety of clients with eating disorders and their family members. This book provides many practical points for initiating conversation about issues that may contribute to the development of an eating disorder. Parents, teens, coaches, teachers, friends – good reference for all, and I recommend it to my dietitian colleagues, too.
Rating: 5 / 5
#4 by Midwest Book Review on April 8, 2010 - 11:57 pm
Modern society has wrongfully taught some girls that triple digit weight of any sort is fat. “Conquering Eating Disorders: How Family Communication Heals” discusses the horrible reality of eating disorders very frankly. Bad body image is a leading cause, and many teens speak out and give their frank reasons, however distorted, why they do the things that they do. With much advice for parents, family, and friends to help a loved one overcome their harmful delusion, “Conquering Eating Disorders” is a must for parents who fear that this debilitating problem could affect their children.
Rating: 5 / 5
#5 by Anita Anthony-Huebert on April 9, 2010 - 1:57 am
As a mother, grandmother and foster mother, I think that this book belongs on every parent’s book shelf next to all the important child rearing texts we turn to. In reader-friendly style, it offers great insight into how to help the children in our lives develop healthful eating habits, feel great about their bodies and enjoy a happy relationship with food throughout their lives.
Rating: 4 / 5