anoxeria- symptoms and features

Question 1

what are the 2 types of anoxeria

Answer 1

restricting type

purging type

Question 2

name 3 somatic symptoms

Answer 2

weight loss

dry skin

Question 3

name 3 behavioural symptoms

Answer 3

irritability

difficulty sleeping

Question 4

name 3 emotional symptoms

Answer 4

intense fear of gaining weight

low self esteem

Question 5

name 3 cognitive symptoms

Answer 5

distorted self perception

low concentration levels

Question 6

name 2 health complications from anoxeria

Answer 6

fertility problems (irregular menstruation)

weakened immune system

Question 7

prevalence (3)

Answer 7

1.25 million and 3.4 million people in the UK

1 in 10 cases are men

19% of British girls are anorexic

Question 8

onset (2)

Answer 8

develop during adolescent

individuals with family members with eating disorders are more likely to develop eating disorders

Question 9

prognosis and mortality

Answer 9

1/20 patients who are treated from AN are likely to die from the illness

35% of AN patients have OCD

Question 10

name 3 criterias from the DSM-5 about anorexia

Answer 10

15% below expected weight

self induced vomit

excessive exercise