Includes bibliographical references (pages 275-289) and index
Contents:
Introduction Getting started: first steps toward helping your child with an eating disorder Act now Get together Don't waste time on "why?" Understanding eating disorders Know what you're dealing with: the complexity of eating disorders Get into your child's head: the distorted thinking behind your teenager's behavior Understand your options: what the research says about the best ways to treat anorexia and bulimia Making treatment work: how to solve everyday problems to help your child recover Taking charge of change: how to apply the family approach to treating eating disorders Playing a supporting role: other ways you can be a part of your child's recovery Harnessing the power of unity: how to stay on the same page in your fight against eating disorders Staying empowered and informed: how to work with professionals who are trying to help your child
