Calling upon the same inner strength and faith that got her through her son TJ's tragic death at age 22, Susan Barry decided to share their story. Complete with photographs, poems and journals from TJ's personal lockbox, the result is a gift to the families and friends of those suffering the terrible toll of anorexia nervosa-and to all who seek insight into a disorder that is widely misunderstood, difficult to treat, and too often fatal. Dying to Be Perfect details TJ's journey from bright, active high school student to a young man who is isolated, desperate, and consumed by the disorder he...
Calling upon the same inner strength and faith that got her through her son TJ's tragic death at age 22, Susan Barry decided to share their story. Com...