Eating disorders
Book - 2012
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- Subjects
- Published
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Detroit, MI :
Greenhaven Press
c2012.
- Language
- English
- Other Authors
- Physical Description
- 227 p. : ill. ; 24 cm
- Bibliography
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- ISBN
- 9780737757248
9780737757231
- Why Consider Opposing Viewpoints?
- Introduction
- Chapter 1. Are Eating Disorders a Serious Problem?
- Chapter Preface
- 1. Eating Disorders Are a Growing Threat to Public Health
- Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions
- 2. The Threat of Eating Disorders Is Distorted
- 3. Eating Disorders Are a Growing Problem Among African American Women
- 4. Eating Disorders Are a Growing Problem Among Asian American Women
- 5. Binge Eating Disorder Is Linked to Obesity and Other Health Problems
- 6. The Obesity Epidemic Is a Myth That Promotes Unhealthy Weight Loss
- Periodical and Internet Sources Bibliography
- Chapter 2. What Causes Eating Disorders?
- Chapter Preface
- 1. Genetics Play a Significant Role in Eating Disorders
- 2. Genetics May Not Play a Significant Role in Eating Disorders
- 3. Cultural Obsession with Thinness Is Harmful
- 4. Some Perceptions of Thinness Are Unfair and Harmful
- 5. The Fashion Industry Promotes Eating Disorders
- 6. The Fashion Industry Should Not Be Held Responsible for Eating Disorders
- 7. Binge Eating Is Linked to Genetic and Environmental Factors
- Periodical and Internet Sources Bibliography
- Chapter 3. What Role Does the Internet Play in Eating Disorders?
- Chapter Preface
- 1. Pro-Ana Websites Are Dangerous
- 2. Some Eating Disorders Websites Offer Support
- 3. Thinspiration Videos Are Misguided Attempts at Artistic Expression
- 4. Pro-Ana Websites Should Be Regulated
- Royal College of Psychiatrists
- 5. Pro-Ana Websites Should Not Be Regulated
- Periodical and Internet Sources Bibliography
- Chapter 4. How Should Eating Disorders Be Treated?
- Chapter Preface
- 1. Involuntary Treatment for Anorexia Is Justified
- 2. Involuntary Treatment for Anorexia May Not Be Justified in Some Cases
- 3. Family Therapy Is an Effective Treatment for Anorexia
- 4. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Is an Effective Treatment for Eating Disorders
- 5. Antidepressants Are Effective in the Treatment of Bulimia
- 6. A Structured Eating Plan Can Control Binge Eating
- Periodical and Internet Sources Bibliography
- For Further Discussion
- Organizations to Contact
- Bibliography of Books
- Index