Psyc9 Flashcards
Eating Disorders Gender Identity disorder Substance dependence Overcoming addiction
1
Q
Anorexia nervosa is a condition of excessive dieting and increased exercise leading to body weight < __% of ideal body weight.
A
85%
2
Q
What are the signs/symptoms of Anorexia Nervosa?
A
DEcreased bone density Metatarsal fractures Amenorrhea Anemia Electrolyte distrubances
Commonly coexists with Depression
3
Q
T/F - Patients with Bulimia Nervosa often have a within normal range body weight.
A
True
4
Q
What are the signs/symptoms of Bulimia Nervosa?
A
Parotitis Enamel erosion Electrolyte distrubances Alkalosis Dorsal hand calluses from induced vomiting -Russell's sign
5
Q
What is Transsexualism?
A
Desire to live as the opposite sex, often through surgery or hormone treatment
6
Q
What is Transvestism?
A
Paraphilia; wearing clothes of the opposite sex
7
Q
What is the definition of substance abuse?
A
3 or more of the following signs:
- Tolerance - need more
- Withdrawal
- Substance taken in larger amounts, or over longer time, than desired
- Persistent desire or unsuccessful attempts to cut down
- Significant energy spent obtaining, using, or recovering from substance
- Important social, occupational, or recreational activities reduced
- Continued use in spite of knowing problems
8
Q
What are the stages of change in overcoming substance addiction?
A
Precontemplation -not yet acknowledging problem Contemplation -Acknowledging problem, not ready Preparation/Determination -Preparing to change Action/Willpower -Changing behaviors Maintenance -Maintaining changes Relapse -Returing to old behaviors