Gender, Eating Disorders, and Graphic Medicine

Gender, Eating Disorders, and Graphic Medicine explores the multi-dimensional etiology of eating disorders in women through graphic medicine narratives, humanizing them by offering a unique ingress into their phenomenological experience.

Format: Hardback
Length: 112 pages
Publication date: 02 September 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In today's rapidly evolving world, it has become imperative to expand our understanding of eating disorders beyond the narrow confines of the biological and medical realm. The widespread prevalence of eating disorders across different cultures and regions demands a comprehensive approach that encompasses the multifaceted etiology of these conditions. Recognizing the complex nature of eating disorders, there is a growing emphasis on exploring their phenomenological, cultural, and related non-medical aspects. Gender, Eating Disorders, and Graphic Medicine is a groundbreaking work that pushes the boundaries of conventional knowledge on eating disorders, particularly among women. By employing the powerful medium of comics and graphic medicine, this book offers a unique perspective on the experiences of women with eating disorders, contributing to the growing body of affective knowledge in this field.

Drawing inspiration from select graphic narratives on eating disorders, this book aims to establish graphic medicine as a highly effective mode of life writing. It distinguishes itself by not only delving into the multi-dimensional etiology of eating disorders in women through graphic medicine narratives but also by shedding light on how graphic medicine humanizes these conditions by providing a distinctive entry point into the phenomenological experiences of women with eating disorders.

Through its engaging and visually compelling storytelling, Gender, Eating Disorders, and Graphic Medicine offers a profound exploration of the complex interplay between gender, eating disorders, and the broader societal context. It challenges the traditional notions of eating disorders and provides a fresh perspective on the experiences of women who struggle with these conditions. By leveraging the power of comics and graphic medicine, the book offers a compassionate and empathetic approach to understanding and addressing eating disorders, fostering greater awareness, understanding, and support for those affected.

In conclusion, Gender, Eating Disorders, and Graphic Medicine is a groundbreaking work that pioneers the use of comics and graphic medicine to explore the multifaceted etiology of eating disorders in women. By humanizing these conditions and offering a unique entry point into the phenomenological experiences of women with eating disorders, this book contributes significantly to the growing corpus of affective knowledge on eating disorders. It is a must-read for researchers, practitioners, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of gender, eating disorders, and their impact on individuals and society as a whole.

Weight: 266g
Dimension: 144 x 223 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367443009