Anorexia - Debbie Roche

Eating disorders are rapidly becoming the scourge of the 21st century. Yet, despite the worldwide increase in reported diagnoses, many remain unaware of the harrowing effects that these psychological conditions impose. Eating disorders wage savage war on the mind, body and soul of not only the diagnosed individual, but every one concerned with the diagnosed individual. Anorexia: A Son's Battle, A Mother's War aims to expose the indicative and sometimes secretive characteristics of anorexia nervosa through the perspective of a mother. Referring to difficult lived experiences of caring for a teenage son with anorexia nervosa, this book is both powerful and emotional. Furthermore, it makes reference to the medical definitions of eating disorders, provides an historical context as well as highlighting useful practices to aid effective support and recovery. Not only is this book is a definite first weapon in anyone's arsenal for fighting the enemy commonly known as eating disorders, it is one of the most vital tools for trainee psychotherapists, counsellors, nurses, psychologists, doctors, youth workers, psychiatrists, college and university lecturers and school teachers.