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rosy1912's review against another edition
4.0
Read it by direction of a dietician whose helping me recover from an ED. Found it helpful albeit a
Bit clinical at times. A good book to hold on to and refer to often in your recovery journey.
Bit clinical at times. A good book to hold on to and refer to often in your recovery journey.
jenniferc756's review against another edition
4.0
I am a clinical social worker and this book was recommended by a colleague to help a client struggling with binge eating. This was a good resource, although a self-help book, not a treatment manual. I will definitely be getting a copy of Dr. Fairburn's CBT manual.
mino88's review against another edition
challenging
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
4.0
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Graphic: Eating disorder
juneholm's review against another edition
Tittelen kunne ha vært en annen. Innholdet var som forventet, ikke noe revolusjonerende eller nytt.
prairie_meg's review against another edition
5.0
This review is for the 2nd edition published in 2013.
I can see why it is a go to book for professionals and a popular book for the average person who wants to go their own way. Clear, concise writing style that’s easy to read and does a great job breaking down more complex issues (eg why we binge, why certain approaches do or do not work). The first half is background information in binge eating disorders (BED) and the second half is a step-by-step guide on how to gain control over these issues.
I thought the background and scientific explanations behind BEDs was well written, and I enjoyed his commentary on diets/dieting and the negative role they play. As a dietitian I found little to criticize on those points. His step-by-step section on working through BED was broken down into simple stages that shouldn’t be overwhelming to most. I also appreciate his frequent reassurances to take your time and go at your own pace, as well as the section on dealing with lapses and relapses. The author also included a list of recommendations for further reading and resources which is pretty solid.
I’ve read through other reviews (good and bad) and didn’t have the same issues with vague information, outdated advice, etc. But I did read the 2nd edition and a lot of these reviews were regarding the 1st edition. So if you want to pick up this book, as a professional wanting to help your clients or just a regular person who is struggling with BED, I recommend the 2nd edition.
I can see why it is a go to book for professionals and a popular book for the average person who wants to go their own way. Clear, concise writing style that’s easy to read and does a great job breaking down more complex issues (eg why we binge, why certain approaches do or do not work). The first half is background information in binge eating disorders (BED) and the second half is a step-by-step guide on how to gain control over these issues.
I thought the background and scientific explanations behind BEDs was well written, and I enjoyed his commentary on diets/dieting and the negative role they play. As a dietitian I found little to criticize on those points. His step-by-step section on working through BED was broken down into simple stages that shouldn’t be overwhelming to most. I also appreciate his frequent reassurances to take your time and go at your own pace, as well as the section on dealing with lapses and relapses. The author also included a list of recommendations for further reading and resources which is pretty solid.
I’ve read through other reviews (good and bad) and didn’t have the same issues with vague information, outdated advice, etc. But I did read the 2nd edition and a lot of these reviews were regarding the 1st edition. So if you want to pick up this book, as a professional wanting to help your clients or just a regular person who is struggling with BED, I recommend the 2nd edition.
daniwalp's review against another edition
4.0
I’m just trying to never eat an entire box of cereal again but this book was really informative and interesting and also a devastating look at what society has done to women and their psyches
katietherapist's review against another edition
3.0
Great for clients & entry level clinicians. Fairburn covers a lot of what is covered in his main CBT book, but more geared towards the client.