Behavioral economics studies why some people have difficulty making good choices, willpower issues and lack of self-control. Focusing on food, this book delivers insight on factors associated with poor eating habits leading to obesity and other health problems, and offers strate…
Obesity is one of the most pressing health issues affecting our country. This unique volume is the first to apply behavioral economics-the integration of psychological and economic knowledge-to the study of eating behavior. The text demonstrates how this discipline can be used t…
This is a 3-in-1 reference book. It gives a complete medical dictionary covering hundreds of terms and expressions relating to eating disorders. It also gives extensive lists of bibliographic citations. Finally, it provides information to users on how to update their knowledge u…
"Despite growing public awareness and a deepening medical understanding of eating disorders, these diseases continue to affect more and more people. Recent studies have also shown that eating disorders are much more common than previously thought among groups such as young men a…
The Encyclopedia of Obesity and Eating Disorders, Third Edition is more relevant now than ever before.
"Despite growing public awareness and a deepening medical understanding of eating disorders, these diseases continue to affect more and more people. Recent studies have also shown that eating disorders are much more common than previously thought among groups such as young men a…
Depression and bipolar disorders; schizophrenia ; anxiety disorders ; eating disorders ; substance use disorders ; youth suicide ;positive youth development.
"How do movie star bodies and celebrity culture influence the way real girls and women feel about their own size and shape? What effect can popular films have on everyday eating behavior and exercise rituals? Body Shots shows how Hollywood films, movie stars, and celebrity media…
According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Related Disorders, the National Eating Disorders Association, and the National Institute of Mental Health, between five and 10 million Americans suffer from eating d.
According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Related Disorders, the National Eating Disorders Association, and the National Institute of Mental Health, between five and ten million Americans suffer from eating disorders. The vast majority are female, although an…
According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Related Disorders, the National Eating Disorders Association, and the National Institute of Mental Health, between five and ten million Americans suffer from eating disorders. The vast majority are female, although an…
This book provides the reader with a wide understanding of the conditions of anorexia and bullimia. The author brings together a range of perspectives across the various treatment approaches, including nursing, psychotherapy and family therapy.
