What is it about life in the West these last two decades that has caused the enormous upsurge in cases of anorexia and bulimia? In exploring this question Richard Gordon reviews the clinical symptoms of these disorders, highlighting both their similarities and their differences before tackling larger causal issues. Gordon examines why certain psychological disorders achieve epidemic proportions at certain times in certain cultures, taking the explosion in cases of hysteria at the turn of the century as a case in point. He ...
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What is it about life in the West these last two decades that has caused the enormous upsurge in cases of anorexia and bulimia? In exploring this question Richard Gordon reviews the clinical symptoms of these disorders, highlighting both their similarities and their differences before tackling larger causal issues. Gordon examines why certain psychological disorders achieve epidemic proportions at certain times in certain cultures, taking the explosion in cases of hysteria at the turn of the century as a case in point. He explores whether other cultures have different models or templates for psychological disorder. With these data and questions as a background, Gordon draws out demographical and cultural patterns discernible in cases of anorexia and bulimia. Added to these, the book argues other contributory causes, including the pressures and dilemmas of a changing female identity within society and the family, and the conflicting messages of the media. The author also discusses the "diet" industry which argue concern for the problem, but simultaneously markets images of anorexic glamour, and portrays the typical victim in terms that prove ironically attractive.
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Add this copy of Anorexia and Bulimia: Anatomy of a Social Epidemic to cart. $19.33, fair condition, Sold by Anybook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1990 by Basil Blackwell.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust Jacket in fair condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 500grams, ISBN: 9780631148517.
Add this copy of Anorexia and Bulimia: Anatomy of a Social Epidemic to cart. $53.00, good condition, Sold by Robinson Street Books rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Binghamton, NY, UNITED STATES, published 1990 by B. Blackwell.
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Used: Good. Size: 6x1x9; Prompt shipment, with tracking. we ship in CLEAN SECURE boxes Good condition, bumped tips, wear to lamination on front cover, very minor stain on inside back cover, prompt shipping with tracking.
