Chapter 13.5 - Disordered Eating

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Bulimia Nervosa

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• Recurrent episodes of extreme overeating and compensatory behaviors to prevent weight gain
• Characterized by repeated binge eating followed by purging

Question 1

Anorexia Nervosa

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Self-starvation leading to a severe nutrient deficiency

Question 2

Factors contributing to disordered eating behaviors

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Family, media, social and cultural values, personality, genetic factors

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Signs of anorexia Nervosa

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• Extremely restrictive eating practices

- Intense fear of gaining weight

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Amenorrhea

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• Symptom of anorexia
• No menstrual periods for at least 3 months
• Occurs with insufficient energy to maintain normal body functions

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Health risks of anorexia Nervosa

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• Energy and nutrient deficiency
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Cardiovascular problems
• Gastrointestinal problems
• Bone problems

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Binge eating

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Feels a loss of self-control, a sense of euphoria, “a drug-induce high”

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Purging

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Occurs after most binge episodes (weight gain can be significant) by vomiting, laxatives, diuretics, fasting, excessive exercise

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Symptoms of bulimia Nervosa

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• Recurrent episodes of binge eating and inappropriate compensatory behavior to prevent weight gain
• Occurs on average at least twice a week for 3 months
• Body shape and weight unduly influence self-evaluation

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Signs of bulimia Nervosa

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• Chronically inflamed and sore throat

- Swollen glands in the neck and below the jaw

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Health risks of bulimia Nervosa

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• Electrolyte imbalance: dehydration, loss of sodium and potassium ions from vomiting (irregular heartbeat)
• Gastrointestinal problems
• Dental problems

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Night-eating syndrome

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• Not feeling hungry during the day, but eat in the evening and night
• Depressed mood and insomnia
• Combination of eating disorder, sleep disorder, and mood disorder

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Female Athlete Triad (symptoms/signs)

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• Low energy availability
• Amenorrhea - low body fat
• Osteoporosis - stress fractures
• Excessive dieting and/or weight loss, excessive exercise, self-esteem dictated by body weight/shape

Question 13

Treatment for disordered eating

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A multidisciplinary approach including the following: patient, physician, psychologist, nutritionist, family members and friends