This book presents the facts about anorexia nervosa, bulimia and other eating disorders, such as binge eating and compulsive eating. It looks at the signs and symptoms of each condition as well as the physical and psychological effects on young people. It considers how and why young people can develop problems with eating and gives advice on how to seek help to overcome both the conditions themselves and the underlying issues that may have given rise to them.

 

This book is part of a book series called Emotional Health Issues .

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2012 by Hachette Children's Group .

Jane Bingham is an experienced author and editor of children's books.

This book has the following chapters: Introduction What is anorexia? What is bulimia? Bingeing and overeating Symptoms and effects What causes eating disorders? Getting help Staying well Glossary Further information Index