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Eating With Your Anorexic: A Mother's Memoir Kindle Edition

by Laura Collins (Author), Cynthia Bulik (Foreword) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 67 ratings
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An updated edition of the controversial memoir, Eating With Your Anorexic. New foreword, updates, and reflections by the author on a decade of advocacy in the eating disorder world.
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Laura Collins is an award-winning parent activist and author who followed her first memoir with a decade of fighting for the integration of current psychiatric science into the treatment of eating disorders. Her work to make sure parents know their treatment options and are empowered to engage in their loved ones' care earned her both notoriety and accolades. She hopes other parents will join the generations of parent activists before them making real change and saving lives.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00PFUCUO4
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Biscotti Press (November 9, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 9, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 916 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 193 pages
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  1. Laura Collins

    Laura Collins

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    Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh is an American author and mental health activist. Her Daddy used to give her $1 for each story she wrote, leading her to a lifetime of accepting pretty much anything to support her need to write everything down.

    After many jobs and a succession of countries she settled down to family life in Fauquier County, Virginia where she became known for her "Soap Box" column in the Fauquier Times-Democrat.

    The themes of her life and work are family, public service, and curiosity. All three have gotten her into messes she tries to turn into good observations. Recurrent sub-themes: African Americans, tap dance, snakes, home schooling, mental health, genealogy, genetics, and food.

    You can read about her published essays, articles, books, poetry, blogs, and general speechifying at www.LMWriter.com, but the high points include founding an international parent organization called F.E.A.S.T., her first memoir "Eating With Your Anorexic," helping to found a UK genetics project called Charlotte's Helix, and raising two fantastic children.

    She owes her freedom to write full-time to her Sugar Daddy, Mark, who believes in the arts so deeply that he has labored in the salt mines to financially and emotionally launch three artistic careers (literature, music, and design). Good thing his dog doesn't dance.

    Contact Laura: Laura@LMWriter.com

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  2. Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh

    Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh

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    Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh is an American author, podcaster, and mental health activist. Her Daddy used to give her $1 for each story she wrote, leading her to a lifetime of accepting pretty much anything to support her need to write everything down.

    After many jobs and a succession of countries she settled down to family life in Fauquier County, Virginia where she became known for her "Soap Box" column in the Fauquier Times-Democrat.

    The themes of her life and work are family, public service, and curiosity. All three have gotten her into messes she tries to turn into good observations. Recurrent sub-themes: African Americans, tap dance, snakes, home schooling, mental health, genealogy, sexm genetics, and food.

    You can read about her published essays, articles, books, poetry, blogs, and general speechifying at www.LMWriter.com, but the high points include founding an international parent organization called F.E.A.S.T., her first memoir "Eating With Your Anorexic," helping to found a UK genetics project called Charlotte's Helix, hosting a podcast about sex over 50, and raising two fantastic children.

    She owes her freedom to write full-time to her Sugar Daddy, Mark, who believes in the arts so deeply that he has labored in the salt mines to financially and emotionally launch three artistic careers (literature, music, and design). Good thing his dog doesn't dance.

    Contact Laura: Laura@LMWriter.com

    See more on the author's page
  3. Laura Lyster-Mensh

    Laura Lyster-Mensh

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    Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh is an American author and mental health activist. Her Daddy used to give her $1 for each story she wrote, leading her to a lifetime of accepting pretty much anything to support her need to write everything down.

    After many jobs and a succession of countries she settled down to family life in Fauquier County, Virginia where she became known for her "Soap Box" column in the Fauquier Times-Democrat.

    The themes of her life and work are family, public service, and curiosity. All three have gotten her into messes she tries to turn into good observations. Recurrent sub-themes: African Americans, tap dance, snakes, home schooling, mental health, genealogy, genetics, and food.

    You can read about her published essays, articles, books, poetry, blogs, and general speechifying at www.LMWriter.com, but the high points include founding an international parent organization called F.E.A.S.T., her first memoir "Eating With Your Anorexic," helping to found a UK genetics project called Charlotte's Helix, and raising two fantastic children.

    She owes her freedom to write full-time to her Sugar Daddy, Mark, who believes in the arts so deeply that he has labored in the salt mines to financially and emotionally launch three artistic careers (literature, music, and design). Good thing his dog doesn't dance.

    Contact Laura: Laura@LMWriter.com

    See more on the author's page
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  • Cecilia
    5.0 out of 5 stars Reassurance
    Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2020
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    We just got introduced to the world of anorexia and all of our misconceptions of the disease were blown right out of the water. In a frantic search for answers and support, I read about this book on a blog. I ordered it immediately, and it is worth every penny. I found myself looking forward to reading it each day as I connected so deeply and thoroughly with the author. I felt connected to her story and such relief from her experience. Thank you, Laura (even though that's not your name). This book has been a beacon of hope for our family. I hope to share in the same success as you soon.
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  • safeScreen
    5.0 out of 5 stars I needed to hear this
    Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2017
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    My daughter recently fell into the dark pit of an ED. The maudsley approach (luckily) was one of the first sites I hit when searching the subject. This book read like my own personal story and it felt good to know I was not the only one dealing with the same types of things other families go thru during this time. If you are looking for direction, comfort, hope... read this book and read it as soon as you know you are dealing with an eating disorder situation.
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  • S29
    5.0 out of 5 stars Relatable... Heart-warming... Heartbreaking... Inspiring
    Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2016
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    I found myself nodding in recognition on almost every page of this book. The advice, the real life examples, and the message of hope - that we parents are our children's best chance at success - are indispensable. We are still in the thick of our battle with ED. But the "Stockdale Paradox" is in full effect: I have faith that we will prevail, regardless of the difficulties. AND at the same time we must confront the most brutal facts of our current reality, whatever they might be. Thank you for this gift, Laura!
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  • lynmarg
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2016
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    provided plenty of insight into a dramatic problem for any family
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    Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2017
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    Incredible and eye opening.
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    1.0 out of 5 stars One Star
    Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2015
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    I did not find this book helpful.
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  • C. Ryan
    5.0 out of 5 stars I have never been more grateful to an author
    Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2021
    My 13yo daughter was diagnosed with an eating disorder a week ago and last evening I found this book which I started to read and did not put down until I finished. I am a voracious, obsessive reader, and I can not think of any other time I have wanted to get down on my knees in front of an author in order to show my tremendous gratitude for her courage and bravery and clarity in writing this book. I understand so much more about what is happening and what we are facing and more importantly, a roadmap for how to think about and deal with this. Thank you.
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  • joanna parkinson
    5.0 out of 5 stars good buy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 2, 2017
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    This book was helpful to me. My daughter has anorexia. The book arrived quickly.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book. Makes you realize your not alone
    Reviewed in Canada on February 4, 2016
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    Great book. Makes you realize your not alone. She expressed many of my own frustrations, battles and anguish. I am only hoping my/our outcome will be as rewarding and good as her family's.
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  • Pam1070
    5.0 out of 5 stars An informative read
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