Understanding Eating Disorders: Conceptual and Ethical Issues in the Treatment of Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa

by Simona Giordano

Book Overview

Simona Giordano presents the first full philosophical study of ethical issues in the treatment of anorexia and bulimia nervosa. Beginning with a comprehensive analysis of these conditions and an exploration of their complex causes, she then proceeds to address legal and ethical dilemmas such as a patient's refusal of life-saving treatment. Illustrated with many case-studies, Understanding Eating Disorders is an essential tool for anyone working with...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199269742
• ISBN13: 9780199269747
• Release Date: October 2005
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.4" x 9.2"