Anorexia and Bulimia: A Parent's Guide to Recognising Eating Disorders and Taking Control

This is a comprehensive, positive, and practical guide to detecting the early signs of eating disorders and then curing them. Written with years of experience and expertise, it encourages parents to understand the illness, overcome their fears, and take control of the situation, whether that means enforcing a strict meal plan or taking the decision to seek professional help. The book includes early signs to look out for; the possible effects of the illness, both physical and psychological; the treatments available; and, most importantly, the plan, which helps parents to take positive action and really make a difference to their child's life.