Among Giants; Courageous Stories of Those Who Are Obese and Those Who Care for Them

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Among Giants presents clinical hypothesis and psychological models that demand that the healthcare industry respect a greater diversity within the population of size in both physiologic and spiritual perspectives. It offers a series of fictional depictions created to articulate life lessons to a world often blinded by negative views of people of size. Never before has a complex health and social issue been so relevant for such a unique patient population. The subject is a front-page story: An evolving healthcare industry is scrambling to meet the needs of the fastest-growing patient population in history. Amazingly frank and positive, Among Giants expresses the humor and spirit demonstrated by so many patients of size. Among Giants offers profound insights into the lives of those who battle obesity. It is a must-read for clinicians, professionals, care-givers, students and patients.