A Short Introduction to Understanding and Supporting Children with Eating Disorders

by Bryan Lask, Lucy Watson

Increasing numbers of children and young people are presenting for treatment of an eating disorder, but there are many different types and they are often confused, making it difficult to know what support to offer.


This easy-to-read guide presents all the vital information on a range of eating disorders: anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, selective eating, and avoidant and restrictive intake disorders. Each eating disorder is clearly defined, making it easy to draw distinctions between them. The book covers their origins, characteristics and typical development, letting teachers and parents know what signs to look out for. There is practical advice on how to help young people, strategies for overcoming common difficulties, as well as information on available treatments. Vignettes feature throughout to help teachers and parents apply knowledge to real-life situations.


This is an essential resource for teachers and parents of children and young people with eating disorders.

112 pages, Paperback

First published January 21, 2016

Reviews

[Renee · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was helpful in that it is clear and short. It gives a good general overview of eating disorders and the sections on diagnosis (or, identifying a disorder) and understanding causes are particularly helpful. The key thought, I think, was in reminding readers not to be distracted by issues relating to food, weight and body image - but to always keep in mind that these disorders are about low self esteem. The book is not very helpful in terms of knowing what to do to help once a condition has been diagnosed.

[Sylvia Sclavo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Buen libro para comprender y conocer de forma sencilla aspectos básicos de los trastornos de la conducta alimentaria, ya sea para tener noción del tema al estar en contacto con poblaciones vulnerables al desarrollo de éstos así como cuando hay alguien cercano que padece un TCA.

[Grazyna Nawrocka · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am disappointed with this book, because I sought answers related to binge eating and obesity, and haven't found any. The book might be a good source of information about bulimia and anorexia.