Teen Life 411

In a world steeped with media images of unrealistic bodies and new diet fads, many of those at highest risk for disordered eating don''t have access to accurate, straightforward information. This compelling guide to a variety of eating disorders including anorexia nervosa, bulimia, pica, and anorexia athletica offers help. Readers will identify anxious thoughts or habits about eating and seek the appropriate, discrete help. A discussion of causes and consequences informs readers that while disordered eating is not their fault, they can overcome it.