by Rachel Kurtz   In her graphic memoir Shrink: Story of a Fat Girl, Rachel Thomas vividly illustrates her experiences as a self-identified “fat” woman and situates her story in a compelling historical cultural context. Together these perspectives challenge a range of stereotypes about women who are defined by medicine and society as “overweight” or “obese.” Through Thomas’s story, we see her struggles in both social and in medical contexts. Being labeled as “obese” causes her to feel badly about herself and go on an extreme diet and exercise regimen. Perceptions about her size also interfere with getting adequate medical… Read More