Summary:
The book is a memoir that chronicles a family's journey dealing with their daughter's anorexia, providing a personal look at the challenges and emotional turmoil of confronting an eating disorder. It explores the science of eating disorders, the author's adoption of the family-based treatment approach, and the impact of the illness on each family member.
Key points:
1. Family-Based Treatment: The book stresses the role of family in treating anorexia, showing how they can help the patient regain control over their eating habits.
