| Description |
xii, 302 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
Foreword / Janet Polivy -- Ch. 1. Introduction -- Ch. 2. Healthy Eating -- Ch. 3. Food Choice -- Ch. 4. The Meaning of Food -- Ch. 5. The Meaning of Size -- Ch. 6. Body Dissatisfaction -- Ch. 7. Dieting -- Ch. 8. Obesity -- Ch. 9. Obesity Treatment -- Ch. 10. Eating Disorders -- Ch. 11. Treating Eating Disorders -- Ch. 12. An Integrated Model of Diet |
| Summary |
"The Psychology of Eating presents a lively and detailed overview of this broad field. Integrating psychological knowledge with insight from a variety of disciplines including sociology and medicine, this book explores a wide range of eating-related behavior, including the nature of a healthy diet, weight concern, and the causes and treatment of obesity and eating disorders. Written in an accessible manner, The Psychology of Eating is an essential guide for general readers, students, teachers, and researchers who wish to expand their understanding of eating-related behavior."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages [249]-293) and index |
| Subject |
Food -- Psychological aspects.
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Body image.
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Nutrition -- Psychological aspects.
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Food habits -- Psychological aspects.
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Food habits.
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Eating disorders.
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Appetite disorders.
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Feeding and Eating Disorders.
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Food Habits.
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| LC no. |
2002004858 |
| ISBN |
0631233733 |
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0631233741 paperback |
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