Within The Fat Studies Reader's "Part II Fat Studies in Health and Medicine," readers should check out "Fatness (In)visible: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and the Rhetoric of Normative Femininity" by Christina Fisanick on page 106.
"We have all seen the segments on television news shows: A fat person walking on the sidewalk, her face out of frame so she can't be identified, as some disconcerting findings about the "obesity epidemic" stalking the nation are read by a disembodied voice. And we have seen the movies―their obvious lack of large leading actors silently speaking volumes. From the government, health industry, diet industry, news media, and popular culture we hear that we should all be focused on our weight. But is this national obsession with weight and thinness good for us? Or is it just another form of prejudice―one with especially dire consequences for many already disenfranchised groups?
For decades a growing cadre of scholars has been examining the role of body weight in society, critiquing the underlying assumptions, prejudices, and effects of how people perceive and relate to fatness. This burgeoning movement, known as fat studies, includes scholars from every field, as well as activists, artists, and intellectuals. The Fat Studies Reader is a milestone achievement, bringing together fifty-three diverse voices to explore a wide range of topics related to body weight. From the historical construction of fatness to public health policy, from job discrimination to social class disparities, from chick-lit to airline seats, this collection covers it all."
Winner of the 2010 Distinguished Publication Award from the Association for Women in Psychology
Winner of the 2010 Susan Koppelman Award for the Best Edited Volume in Women’s Studies from the Popular Culture Association
Insulin Resistance: Childhood Precursors of Adult Disease
See its section on "Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)."
This book is part of the Contemporary Endocrinology Series.
See Chapter 5: Endocrine Disruption in the Female (PCOS, Early puberty, Endometriosis)
"This open access book focuses on of the impact of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) on human reproduction. It comprehensively discusses the three most important topics in the field: the basic biology of EDCs; the effects of EDCs on human reproduction and human reproductive systems; and potential interventions and practical advice for dealing with the problems caused by EDCs. Presenting a translational approach to endocrine disrupting chemicals research, spanning both basic biology and clinical applications, the book provides a critical link between laboratory investigations and clinical practice. Written by international experts in the field, it is a valuable reference resource for gynaecologists, obstetricians, endocrinologists and experts in reproductive medicine, and a useful tool for anyone interested in the impact of the environment on human reproduction."
Obesity and Overweight Sourcebook: Basic Consumer Health Information About the Causes, Prevalence, Screening, Associated Health Risks, Prevention, and Treatment of Obesity and Overweight: along with social and psychological impact of obesity and resources for additional help and information. See the chapter on "Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and obesity."
"Provides basic health information about the causes, prevalence, associated health risks, prevention, and treatment of obesity and overweight along with the impact of society and tips for people to cope up with excess weight. Includes resources for additional help and information."
PCOS Challenge News Feed
©2022 Houston Community College Libraries
