Edited by author 01-21-2004 05:10 PM
Paul, I completely agree with you that eating disorders are not about weight. I'm going to further reiterate the point we made in class today. Eating disorders are definitely about control. If for no other reason an eating disorder allows a typcially in control person to make up for the lack of control they feel in one area of their life. This is why, what Lauren brought up in class is so true. Many of the individuals who suffer from eating disorders are very intelligent, driven and perfectionists. However, these ideals are taken to the extremes of unhealthy behavior and the same person who is driven to get straight A's in school is also just as determined to starve themselves to death. Not that the other readings have not been powerful, but I think today's readings were very emotional and they stirred alot of emotions in me, as I'm sure they did in everyone else. "Life Size" was one of the most brilliant yet disturbing pieces I have ever read. Does anyone know if the author herself was an anorexic? Was that her story? Just curious. Have a great night everyone!