Chapter 5 - Eating Disorder Flashcards
(30 cards)
What are the three main types of eating disorders?
Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder.
What societal trend has contributed to the rise in eating disorders?
The increasing obsession with thinness.
What are the three key characteristics of anorexia nervosa?
Low body weight, intense fear of gaining weight, and distorted body perception.
What are the two subtypes of anorexia nervosa?
Restricting-type and binge-eating/purging-type.
What percentage of anorexia nervosa cases occur in females?
0.75
What is the typical onset age for anorexia nervosa?
Between 14 and 20 years old.
What is the mortality rate for anorexia nervosa?
Around 6% of individuals with the disorder do not recover.
What are some psychological traits associated with anorexia nervosa?
Perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, depression, and anxiety.
What are some medical complications of anorexia nervosa?
Amenorrhea, low blood pressure, slow heart rate, reduced bone density, and skin/hair problems.
What are the key characteristics of bulimia nervosa?
Repeated binge-eating episodes followed by compensatory behaviors (e.g., vomiting, laxative use).
How frequently must binge-eating episodes occur to meet the diagnosis of bulimia nervosa?
At least weekly for three months.
What percentage of individuals with bulimia nervosa are female?
0.75
How does weight typically fluctuate in bulimia nervosa?
It often remains within a normal range despite bingeing and purging.
What is a common emotional trigger for binge episodes in bulimia nervosa?
High levels of tension or stress.
What medical issues are common in bulimia nervosa but not as frequent in anorexia?
Dental problems and digestive issues.
What distinguishes binge-eating disorder from bulimia nervosa?
No compensatory behaviors after binge-eating episodes.
What are some common characteristics of binge-eating episodes?
Eating rapidly, eating when not hungry, eating in secret, and feeling guilt afterward.
What percentage of people with binge-eating disorder are female?
About 64%.
What is a long-term consequence of binge-eating disorder?
Many individuals become overweight or obese.
What is the multidimensional risk perspective on eating disorders?
It suggests that multiple factors contribute to eating disorders, including biological, psychological, and sociocultural influences.
According to psychodynamic theory, what contributes to eating disorders?
Ego deficiencies and disturbed mother-child interactions.
What cognitive factor is often involved in eating disorders?
Negative self-judgment based on body shape and weight.
How does depression relate to eating disorders?
Many people with eating disorders also suffer from major depressive disorder.
What biological brain structure is involved in regulating hunger?
The hypothalamus (lateral hypothalamus increases hunger; ventromedial hypothalamus decreases hunger).
