Chapter 11- Eating Disorders

Question 1

What are the 3 kinds of Eating Disorders?

Answer 1

Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder

Question 2

What are the characteristics of Anorexia?

Answer 2

Very low caloric intake, BMR may decrease, feels can never be too thin, depression, anxiety, low self-worth, perfectionism, control issues

Question 3

What are the physical consequences of Anorexia?

Answer 3

Low BP, infertility, irregular periods, poor pregnancies, delayed puberty, low bone density, gets cold easily, dry skin, insomnia, dehydration, malnutrition, impaired thought process, fear of gaining weight, distorted body image, preoccupation with food, social decline, depression, hair loss, lanugo, loss of heart tissue, anemia

Question 4

What are the emotional consequences of Anorexia?

Answer 4

depression, distorted body image, fear of gaining weight, preoccupation with food, social decline

Question 5

What are the treatments for Anorexia?

Answer 5

Psychological Counseling (self esteem, weight, body shape attitudes, normalize eating behaviors, restore normal weight)

Question 6

Does explaining need for calories help those with Anorexia?

Answer 6

No!

Question 7

How many with Anorexia make a full recovery?

Answer 7

1/3 of people

Question 8

What are the behaviors of Bulimia?

Answer 8

Compensatory behaviors such as
- Purging/vomiting, laxatives, diuretics, enemas
- Non-purging: fast and excessive exercise

Question 9

How often/long do behaviors last for it to be considered Bulimia?

Answer 9

2 times a week for at least 3 months

Question 10

What is a Binge?

Answer 10

A large amount of food in two hours that lacks control. Often leads to feelings of guilt and worrying about gaining weight. Anxiety

Question 11

What are the physical consequences of Bulimia?

Answer 11

Purging: swollen salivary glands, irritation of esophagus, stomach ulcers
others: abnormal heart rhythms, dental issues, UTI’s, guilt, shame

Question 12

What is the treatment for Bulimia?

Answer 12

Psychological Counseling: Self-esteem, body attitudes, depression
Nutrition Counseling: Replace disordered eating with regular meals and snacks

Question 13

How many recover from Bulimia?

Answer 13

Thought to be 2/3

Question 14

Is Binge Eating more prevalent in men or women?

Answer 14

Women

Question 15

What percentage of the population has Binge Eating Disorder?

Answer 15

1-5%

Question 16

How do you get diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder?

Answer 16

Usually binging twice a week for 6 months

Question 17

What is the treatment for Binge Eating Disorder?

Answer 17

Record food intake, group and individual therapy

Question 18

How many people can recover from Binge Eating Disorder?

Answer 18

Most people can recover

Question 19

What is REDS?

Answer 19

Relative Energy Deficiency Syndrome, it is low caloric intake leading to amenorrhea (irregular periods) and osteoporosis

Question 20

What is the treatment for REDS?

Answer 20

Gaining calories, changing training volume

Question 21

What can you do for someone with an eating disorder?

Answer 21

Offer love and acceptance, encourage them to seek help from professionals.