Book Reviews
December 1999
in “
Eating Disorders
”
TLDR Both books are useful for professionals, but "Exacting Beauty" is more comprehensive and practical.
The document reviewed two books on body image and eating disorders. "Exacting Beauty" was praised for its comprehensive and accessible approach, covering multiple perspectives and including practical assessment tools. "The Don't Diet, Live-It! Workbook" offered a structured, personal recovery approach with journal exercises but lacked empirical support. Both were valuable for clinicians, researchers, and students, though the workbook's focus on binge eating and female experiences might limit its broader applicability.
