Understanding eating disorders : anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and obesity

Overview

This edited volume places eating-related problems in historical, developmental, psychological, and social contexts. Following introductory chapters, separate parts examine anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and obesity as they were discussed in the original 1994 work. The book is useful for tracing the evolution of the field, with its publication context made explicit.

What this book covers

• Historical perspectives and developmental theories of eating disorders.
• Family, parenting, and sociocultural influences considered by the contributors.
• Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa: definitions, associated problems, and treatment discussions.
• The original volume's discussion of obesity, health concerns, and treatment approaches.

Who it’s for

Psychology, counseling, and health-sciences students studying the history and conceptual development of eating-disorder literature.

How to study with this book

Compare the terminology, classification, and explanatory models used in 1994 with later research. Keep historical descriptions distinct from present-day diagnostic standards.

Digital format

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