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Book Synopsis: Decoding Anorexia is the first and only book to explain anorexia nervosa from a biological point of view. Its clear, user-friendly descriptions of the genetics and neuroscience behind the disorder are paired with first person descriptions and personal narratives of what biological differences mean to sufferers. Author Carrie Arnold, a trained scientist, science writer, and past sufferer of anorexia, speaks with clinicians, researchers, parents, other family members, and sufferers about the factors that make one vulnerable to anorexia, the neurochemistry behind the call of starvation, and why it’s so hard to leave anorexia behind. She also addresses:
- How environment is still important and influences behaviors
- The characteristics of people at high risk for developing anorexia nervosa
- Why anorexics find starvation “rewarding”
- Why denial is such a salient feature, and how sufferers can overcome it
Carrie also includes interviews with key figures in the field who explain their work and how it contributes to our understanding of anorexia. Long thought to be a psychosocial disease of fickle teens, this book alters the way anorexia is understood and treated and gives patients, their doctors, and their family members hope.
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Are you or someone you know struggling with anorexia nervosa? Look no further than Decoding Anorexia, the groundbreaking book that takes a fresh perspective on understanding and treating this debilitating disorder. Written by Carrie Arnold, a science writer and former anorexia sufferer, this book provides invaluable insights into the biology and genetics behind anorexia.
With a unique blend of scientific explanations and poignant personal stories, Decoding Anorexia offers readers a deeper understanding of the neurochemistry that drives the call of starvation. Through interviews with clinicians, researchers, and individuals affected by anorexia, Arnold sheds light on the factors that make some more vulnerable to the disorder.
But Decoding Anorexia doesn't stop there. It delves into the role of the environment in influencing behaviors and explores the characteristics of those at high risk for anorexia nervosa. By unraveling the complexities of the disorder, this book reveals why anorexics find starvation "rewarding" and provides strategies for overcoming denial, a salient feature of anorexia.
Not only does Decoding Anorexia challenge commonly held beliefs about anorexia as a purely psychosocial disease of fickle teens, but it also instills hope. Through interviews with key figures in the field, readers will gain a greater understanding of the ongoing research and advancements that contribute to our knowledge and treatment of anorexia. Don't miss out on this transformative resource that has the potential to change lives.
Ready to gain a deeper understanding of anorexia nervosa and find hope for recovery? Order Decoding Anorexia today and embark on a journey towards a better tomorrow.
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