The Adonis Complex by Harrison G Pope

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The Adonis Complex by Harrison G Pope

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Summary

Combining case studies with scientific research, this book reveals a threat that is as serious as the beauty myth for women or anorexia nervosa for girls. Growing numbers of young men are taking the quest for the perfect body too far, crossing the line from normal interest to abnormal obsession.

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The Adonis Complex by Harrison G Pope

Combining case studies with scientific research, this book reveals a threat that is as serious as the beauty myth for women or anorexia nervosa for girls. Growing numbers of young men are taking the quest for perfect muscles, skin and hair too far, crossing the line from normal interest to abnormal obsession. The symptoms of this body obsession, excessive workouts, steroid abuse, eating disorders, and body and muscle dysmorphic disorder lead to problems with sex and intimacy, relationships and work. This book shows what men really think and feel about their bodies, so no-one need suffer alone.

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ISBN 13 9780684869100
ISBN 10 0684869101
Title The Adonis Complex
Author Harrison G Pope
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Simon & Schuster Ltd
Year published 2000-10-16
Number of pages 301
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.