Chapter 4: Understanding Eating Disorders

Question 1

What are Eating Disorder?

Answer 1

Mental disorders in which harmful eating behaviors take control of a person’s life.

Question 2

What are some factors that contribute to develop an eating disorder?

Answer 2

Poor self-image, feelings of inadequacy, family relationships, etc.

Question 3

What does people with Eating Disorders use the control of food in place of?

Answer 3

A coping mechanism.

Question 4

Overtime, Eating Disorders tend to develop red flags such as?

Answer 4

When someone’s actions show that weight loos, dieting and control of food are main concerns.

Question 5

Does Eating Disorders can lead to serious health problems and even death?

Answer 5

Yes.

Question 6

A person who has Eating Disorders Medical and mental health professionals usually need to be involved and the treatment may include?

Answer 6

Hospitalization, medication, dental work, counseling and support groups.

Question 7

Treatment chances are better when a patient makes the decision to?

Answer 7

Seek treatment.