Feminist Perspectives on Eating Disorders

by Patricia Fallon (Editor), Melanie A. Katzman (Editor), Susan C. Wooley (Editor)

This important work illuminates the relationship between the anguish of eating disorder sufferers and the problems of ordinary women. It covers a wide variety of issues from ways in which gender may predispose women to eating disorders to the widespread cultural concerns these problems symbolize. Chapters all share three basic elements: The psychology of women is reflected in the concepts and methods described; there is an explicit commitment to political and social equality for women; and therapy is reevaluated based on an understanding of the needs of women patients and the potentially differing contributions of male and female therapists.

Genres: Feminism, Psychology, Nonfiction

465 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993

Reviews

[Fatima]

from Wellesley College

[Gayle (OutsmartYourShelf) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Even though it was written over 20 years ago, this book still has a lot of relevancy today. I read this for an academic course and found some very thought-provoking insights when it comes to eating disorders. Recommended. Rating: 4 stars.