The first of its kind, this edited volume provides in-depth, culturally sensitive material intended for addressing the unique concerns of Black women with eating disorders. The contributing authors—all of whom are Black professionals providing direct care to Black women—offer a range of perspectives to help readers understand the whole experience of their Black female clients. This includes not only discussion of their clients’ physical health but also of their emotional lives and the ways in which the stresses of racism, discrimination, trauma, and adverse childhood experiences can contribute to disordered eating.
Key Features
- Culturally sensitive material addressing the unique concerns of Black women with eating disorders.
- Contributions from Black professionals providing direct care, offering a range of perspectives.
- Focus on both physical health and emotional well-being.
- Exploration of the impact of racism, discrimination, trauma, and adverse childhood experiences.
- Tools for clinicians of any race to improve assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
Additional Information
Through a wealth of diverse voices and stories, chapters boldly tackle issues such as stereotypes and acculturative stress. Clinicians will be empowered to provide better care for their clients.
