Talking to Eating Disorders : Simple Ways to Support Someone With Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, Or BodyImage Issues
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| Rating | : | 4.98 (663 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B000FDK7BO |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 256 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-09-06 |
| Language | : | English |
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She is the author of "Talking to Alzheimer's," "Talking to Depression," and "Talking to Anxiety," . Claudia J. Jeanne A. She is the director of Ohio University's Counseling and Psychological Services and has a private practice. Strauss is an award-winning communication consultant and educator. Heaton, Ph.D., has 30 years of experience providing therapy and working with a multidisciplinary team for eating disorders
About the Author Jeanne A. She is the author of "Talking to Alzheimer's," "Talking to Depression," and "Talking to Anxiety," . Claudia J. She is the director of Ohio University's Counseling and Psychological Services and has a private practice. Strauss is an award-winning communication consultant and educator. Heaton, Ph.D., has 30 years of experience providing therapy and working with a multidisciplinary team for eating disorders
When a friend or family member shows signs of an eating disorder, the first impulse is to charge in, give advice, and fix what is wrong. But these tactics-however well-intentioned-can backfire.This compassionate guide offers ways to tackle the tough topics of body image, media messages, physical touch, diets, and exercise-along with a special section on talking about these issues with children. It includes information about when to get professional help, how to handle emergencies, and answers to difficult questions such as "Am I too fat?" or "Is this ok to eat?"
Really focuses on what the title suggests! I found this book as a second try and I'm glad I did! When I had the need for a book on this subject I checked one out of the public library in my hometown. It was so bad I returned it after reading about half. I found this one on Amazon and ordered it without reviews but I'm happy I took a chance.The focus of the book is on talking, communication and understanding. How to be the best support for a person you love. It empathetically explains what you can expect to help out with and kindly lets you know when to hold back or have patience and realize that . Good information, but very basic Heaton and Strauss have written a book on a very complex topic - eating disorders - and have done a good job in breaking things down so that a caregiver or anyone who is concerened can help through practical means - in conversation, actions, etc I felt that they provided some very good suggestions as to specific words that are helpful, and words that don't encourage.I bought this book, as my mid-twenty year old girlfriend has anorexia. Unfortunately, I found that while good information was presented, it was very basic. For example, the first chapter talk. Amazing book for significant others and all loved ones Britt I'm a recovering individual. I'm sure this book is great for all loved ones, but I specifically tried to use it with my boyfriend. When there is a question in the book, such as "Should I confront my loved one when she/he is using symptoms?" the book offers a few suggestions, because no two individuals are alike. I highlighted the information that I wanted my boyfriend to take and turned over the corners on pages that were particularly important, to say, "You are not doing this and it's super important that you do!". Some of the great advice that I can re