There has been much debate among researchers and health professionals over the causes, cures and definitions of eating disorders. Anorexia nervosa and bulimia are terms used to describe particular eating disorders. Obesity is a ratio of body weight and height, and may be the result of an eating disorder. The purpose of this book is to guide the reader, whether a dietitian, speech therapist, clinical psychologist, psychiatrist, nurse, or other health care professional, through the literature on eating disorders. The step-by-step approach provides the reader with a clear and comprehensive study of eating disorders and their causes, assessment and treatment. The most recent research data is included and analyzed, making this a useful resource for professionals.