This book successfully debunks the myth that eating disorders are "a rich white girl's problem." Twenty writers -- both males and females from a variety of cultural and economic backgrounds -- share their experiences with anorexia, bulimia, and the journey of recovery. This book is an excellent insight into the world of eating disorders, a must-read for the friends and family of any ED sufferer and for anyone who has ever made a judgmental comment about another person's weight. Fo... (show more)

This book successfully debunks the myth that eating disorders are "a rich white girl's problem." Twenty writers -- both males and females from a variety of cultural and economic backgrounds -- share their experiences with anorexia, bulimia, and the journey of recovery. This book is an excellent insight into the world of eating disorders, a must-read for the friends and family of any ED sufferer and for anyone who has ever made a judgmental comment about another person's weight. For some recovering ED sufferers, this book could be somewhat triggering, but those who can should absolutely read it. No matter who you are, please read this book. (show less)