A Starving Madness: Tales of Hunger, Hope, and Healing in Psychotherapy

by Judith Ruskay Rabinor

Stories have the power to change lives. These compelling tales of seven women and one man are a revealing look at the complexity of eating disorders, the process of psychotherapy, and the healing power of the relationship between therapist and client. Sufferers, their loved ones, and caregivers will benefit from the insights provided by this beautifully written collection.

Genres: Psychology, Nonfiction

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

About the author

Judith Ruskay Rabinor, PhD, is the author of Befriending Your Ex after Divorce and A Starving Madness. She is also the founder and director of the American Eating Disorders Center of Long Island.

Reviews

[Kiersten · Rating 3 out of 5]

I LOVE THIS BOOK. I love it so much I shared it with my own therapist. I felt like it was one of the best books I read about eating disorders, especially written from the place of a patient and therapeutic relationship. I recommend it to anyone and everyone.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book, so many different stories.