May 31, 2008

Can a 3-year-old have an Eating Disorder?

I recently received an e-mail from a concerned stepmother. She was concerned that her 3-year-old may have an eating disorder due to genetic factors such as anorexia nervosa. Her stepdaughter was having some resistance to eating certain foods – especially healthy foods. (more…)

May 18, 2008

‘Slim Chance’ Listener Article

Slim chance by Linley Boniface
This story in the NZ Listener (May 17-23 2008) on male sufferers of eating disorders begins by noting the negative media reaction to the revelation that British politician John Prescott was bulimic.

Dr Fishman was asked to contribute. (more…)

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