Eating Disorders Flashcards
How do you distinguish between Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating
Anorexia = not eating enough, anxiety of gaining, and inability to recognize size
bulimia = binge eating and compensatory behavior to prevent weight + normal weight
*binge eat at least once a week for min of 3 months
Binge Eating = identical to bulimia but no compensatory behavior
*eating rapidly
*eating when not hungry
*feeling shamed and depressed
What are the subtypes of anorexia?
restricting - lose weight by excessive dieting/exercise
purging - vomiting/laxatives
What influences have had the biggest effect on likelihood of females to develop eating disorder?
societal pressures + family + sexual abuse/perfectionism
What disorders are co-morbid with eating disorders?
anorexia: OCD, perfectionism, PTSD
depression, bipolar, substance abuse
What family dynamics are more likely among those with eating disorders?
parental control, emotional development, poor communication + health-obsession
what common health implications are associated with anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating
anorexia:
*5-20% die + high risk of suicide
*25-30% weight loss
bulimia:
* GI problems/teeth
*starts in late teens
Binge Eating:
*obesity
*high everything
*depression
What neurotransmitter has been identified as playing a role in bulimia and what medication treats it?
serotonin and NE –> Prozac (SSRI)
What are the different levels of severity of binge eating and bulimia?
Bulimia:
*Mild 1-3x/week
*extreme 14x/week
Binge Eating:
*Mild 1-3x/week
*Extreme 14x/week
Which psychotherapeutic methods are most effective with eating disorders?
antidepressants, family therapy, CBT + meds
What percent of patients hospitalized with anorexia are likely to relapse and be re-hospitalized within 1 year?
Haynos & Fruzetti –> 50%
How common are the eating disorders?
Anorexia: 1% and .3males
Bulimia: 1.5% and .5% males
Binge: 3.5% and 2%ales
