Eating Disorders. How Those Affected and Their Loved Ones Can Understand Each Other

This book aims to improve communication between people with eating disorders, friends, and family by explaining their way of thinking. Using examples from everyday life, the authors “translate” the language of anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder, revealing the emotional chaos that descends upon those suffering from these disorders and their loved ones. The book provides clear examples of common communication mistakes and offers invaluable advice on how to prevent triggers and restore the identity of a person overwhelmed by illness. This unique source of information on eating disorders will be useful for everyone affected by an eating disorder: patients, their families and friends, as well as mental health professionals. Misunderstanding can have serious consequences in eating disorders (ED). A well-meaning comment from parents can trigger or fuel thoughts imposed by the illness, while what seems like criticism or rudeness from a person with ED is actually — a cry for help.

This book aims to improve communication between people suffering from eating disorders, friends, and family by explaining their way of thinking. Using examples of everyday communication, the authors “translate” the language of anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder, revealing the emotional chaos that descends upon those suffering from these disorders and their loved ones. Additionally, the book contains numerous tips on how to prevent triggers and outsmart the illness during communication.