Hilde Bruch

Hilde Bruch was a German-born American psychiatrist known for her pioneering work in understanding eating disorders like anorexia and obesity. She studied how psychological, social, and biological factors influence eating behaviors, emphasizing that these disorders are complex and multifaceted. Bruch highlighted the importance of early emotional development and family dynamics in body image and self-esteem issues. Her work helped shape modern approaches to treating eating disorders, emphasizing therapy that addresses underlying emotional and psychological causes rather than just physical symptoms.