Feeding and eating disorders

Question 1

what are the 3 criteria for anorexia nervosa?

Answer 1

restrictive food intake
intense fear of weight gain
distorted view of body

Question 2

treatment of anorexia nervosa?

Answer 2

careful weight gain

CBT

Question 3

what is bulimia nervosa?

Answer 3

repeated binge-eating
compensatory behaviours to prevent weight gain
belief that weight is crucial for self-worth

Question 4

medication for bulimia nervosa?

Answer 4

antidepressants (SSRIs)

Question 5

what % weight loss is considered anorexia nervosa?

Answer 5

more than 15% weight los

Question 6

what is the main difference between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa?

Answer 6

anorexia involves weight loss, whereas bulimia patients may be normal weight