Routledge Hunger for Connection: Finding Meaning in Eating Disorders

Understand the deep psychological roots of eating disorders with Hunger for Connection by Alitta Kullman. Published by Routledge, this book explores the fundamental questions of why certain individuals develop eating disorders and what factors fuel them. Psychoanalyst and specialist Alitta Kullman introduces the concept of the "perseverant personality," a body/mind organization that links food and thought from infancy. This book examines how food can become a primary source of nurturance and a method for thought-processing throughout a lifetime. Kullman uses a highly accessible writing style to explain these complex psychological connections. By blending professional expertise with humor and gentleness, she provides a unique look into patient interactions and the development of these disorders. Whether you are a student of clinical psychology or interested in the connection between mind and body, this work offers a deep look into the origins of eating disorders and the search for meaning.