Why She Feels Fat: Understanding Your Loved One's Eating Disorder and How You Can Help

Eating disorders are serious, life-threatening illnesses that often make no sense to family and friends. But to the person involved they make a lot of sense, and are, in fact, a way of coping with life.

Sprinkled with over 100 quotes from recovering individuals, Why She Feels Fat explores eating disorders from the inside out to convey the emotional experience and perspectives of those who have them. Decoding the deeper meaning of the statement “I feel fat” is at the heart of this simple and straightforward book that also includes basic information about eating disorders, such as signs, symptoms, medical complications, causes, approaches to treatment, and stages of recovery.

Like never before, this book takes readers into the mind of someone with an eatingdisorder and explains the unexplainable. It is an essential resource for all families and friends.”
Jenni Schaefer, author of Life Without Ed

Why She Feels Fat is written specifically so that loved ones can better comprehend what is behind an eating disorder. From understanding medical issues to grasping why a person with anorexia says she feels fat,’ this book is a welcome addition to the field.”
Carolyn Costin, author of The Eating Disorder Sourcebook

This book gives the all-important perspective of the sufferer. When read with an open mind and heart, it brings to friends and family alike much needed understanding and guidance.”
Doris Smeltzer, author of Andrea’s Voice: Silenced by Bulimia