UNDERSTANDING ANOREXIA AND BULIMIA

Topic

Body Image/Eating Disorders

Program Summary

Two teen narrators explain about anorexia nervosa and bulimia, and recovered teens reveal the warning signs, symptoms, and health threats.

Teacher's resource book and handouts included.

Length

21 min.

Recommended Age

Grades 6-12

Publication Date

2004

Teen Reviewer Comments Provides information about eating disorders, ways to help, and true examples from recovering people and their families.

Risk Factors Addressed

Media portrayals to reinforce problem behavior; early initiation of the problem behavior; constitutional factors.

Protective Factors Addressed

Healthy beliefs and clear standards; cognitive and social skills for successful involvement.

Library Location

Kent & Kinderhook (VHS), East Fishkill (DVD)

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