Discusses the issues of eating disorders, including a chronology of major events, a biographical listing, and an annotated bibliography for further research.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 109-149) and index.

I. Eating disorders. 1. History and treatment. Obesity -- Anorexia nervosa -- Bulimia -- Other eating disorders -- Trends for the future. 2. Chronology. 3. Legal issues relating to eating disorders. 4. Biographies. II. Guide to further research. Glossary -- Acronyms and initials -- Governments programs -- Organizations -- Libraries and special collections -- Special programs for schools and organizations.