Recovering: Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa

Two serious and potentially deadly eating disorders that affect a rising number of teens and young adults—anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa—are frankly explored. Stories of recovering young adults are interwoven with facts and statistics presented by psychiatrists and nutritionists. Five main topics are covered: risk factors for eating disorders, what triggers them, why eating disorders are dangerous, treatment, and things to remember on the road to recovery. Teens will relate to the female and male young adults who share their stories. Information is clearly presented by professionals. The film’s message is that eating disorders are serious, but they can be treated. The program concludes with a list of websites where viewers can learn more about eating disorders. A valuable resource for a high school health and guidance classes.–Amanda Rollins, Northwest Village School, Plainville, CT