The Anorexic Experience

Abstract

Why should a bright young woman suddenly drive herself to starvation? Why does anorexia afflict so many women and girls? Marilyn Lawrence, a therapist with over 20 years' specialist experience, offers a clear and accessible guide to tackling this bewildering illness. She discusses: how to recognise anorexia in yourself and others the fallacy of the 'ideal weight' what treatments are available - their strengths and weaknesses how to resolve the conflicts which underpin anorexia practical ways of helping yourself and others

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