A healthy relationship with food and yourself Increasing numbers of people have a problem with eating disorders and body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). Anorexia, bulimia and compulsive eating all bring their own distressing social and health problems, while research suggests that a staggering 80 per cent of women are dissatisfied with their body. This new edition of Coping with Eating Disorders and Body Image explains how a distorted and unhealthy body image may arise, and what to do about it. Topics include: * The `perfect shape' - media influences and social pressures * The importance of self-esteem, and how to boost it * Alcoholism and its link with eating disorders * Tackling negative thoughts * Dealing with anxiety * Ways to improve body image * Getting back to a healthy relationship with food

Author Biography

Christine Craggs-Hinton is one of Sheldon's longest established authors, with several books to her credit. She lives and works in Tenerife.