bulimia Flashcards
1
Q
Symptoms:
A
Obsessive attitude towards food/eating
Unrealistic opinions on body weight or shape
Depression and anxiety
Isolation- losing interest in other people
Binge eating
Purging
Cycle of guilt
2
Q
Causes:
A
Low self-esteem
Depression
Stress
3
Q
Diagnosis:
A
GP- refer to specialist which include: Counsellers Psychiatrists Psychologists Nurses Dietitians Healthcare professionals
4
Q
Treatment:
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Cognitive behavioural therapy (most common treatment)
Interpersonal therapy
Antidepressants
5
Q
Physical impacts:
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Throat/stomach ulcers Tooth decay Dehydration Irregular/slow heart beat Heart failure
6
Q
Social impacts:
A
Can’t go out with friends/ family
7
Q
Emotional impacts:
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Loneliness Depression Anxiety Mood swings Guilt Sensitive
8
Q
Care pathway:
A
Identify and screening Give information and support Managing physical aspects First steps- psychological/ pharmacological interventions Managing physical aspects
9
Q
What is it
A
Eating disorder and mental condition
