To read without reflecting is like eating without digesting.
- Edmund Burke
Magnolia Creek has partnered with Gürze Books, a publisher and bookseller that specializes in eating disorders education, to offer the following books through our website.
These books have been found to be helpful to our therapists, residents, and their families. This list is by no means complete or exhaustive, and there are many more useful books and resources available through Gürze. Please note that the views expressed in the following books are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the positions or policies of Magnolia Creek.
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Life Without Ed by Jenni Schaefer & Thom Rutledge By thinking of her eating disorder as a unique personality separate from her own, Jenni Schaefer chronicles her efforts to break away from her abusive relationship with "Ed" once and for all. |
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Talking to Eating Disorders by Jeanne Albronda Heaton & Claudia J. Strauss In this compassionate guide, you'll discover ways to tackle the tough topics of body image, media messages, physical touch, diet, and exercise. |
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Surviving an Eating Disorder: Strategies for Families and Friends by Michele Siegel, Judith Brisman & Margot Weinshel Solutions and support for family and friends to overcome feelings of confusion, helplessness, and anger. |
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Gaining: The Truth About Life After Eating Disorders by Aimee Liu Decades after her initial recovery from anorexia and the publication of her first book, Solitaire, Liu had a relapse, which set her on a new course of self-discovery... |
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Eating in the Light of the Moon by Anita Johnston, Ph.D. Weaving a rich tapestry of multicultural myths, ancient legends, and simple folktales, Anita Johnston teaches women how to free themselves from disordered eating... |
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Your Dieting Daughter by Carolyn Costin Written for parents whose daughters are caught in the struggle to be thinner, this book includes distinctions between diets and disorders. |
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101 Ways to Help Your Daughter by Brenda Lane Richardson & Elane Rehr This hands-on guide offers 101 ways for parents to help their daughters develop confidence, respect, and love for their bodies. |
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When Your Child is Cutting by Merry McVey-Noble, Sony Khemlani-Patel & Fugen Neziroglu For parents of children who engage in self-harm behavior this compassionate, step-by-step guide offers information and advice for dealing with a child who is hurting him or herself. |
