Eating Disorders Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
Why would people not seek help?
A
- embarrassed
- afraid of judgement
- denial
2
Q
Anorexia Nervosa
A
- They don’t eat enough food to maintain a healthy
body weight. - They see themselves as fat, but in reality they are really skinny.
- This eventually leads to death by starvation.
3
Q
Symptoms of Anorexia Nervosa
A
- extreme weight loss
- can have dry skin
- slowed heart rate
- slowed breathing
4
Q
Bulimia
A
- Uncontrollable eating binges followed by purging
or removing the food from their bodies; seen
often in young women - Can begin in connection with a diet
(instigator/trigger).
5
Q
Symptoms of Bulimia
A
- Going to the bathroom after eating
- Throwing up everyday or more than normal
6
Q
Binge Eating Disorder
A
- Uncontrollable urge to eat large amounts of food,
no purges
7
Q
Symptoms of Binge Eating Disorder
A
- Unhealthy dieting
- Excessive weight
8
Q
Possible causes of Anorexia Nervosa
A
- Lack of chemicals that regulate mood
- Low self esteem
- Strong desire to please others
- May have a history of troubled relationships
9
Q
Possible causes for Binge Eating Disorder
A
- To avoid difficult emotions
- To avoid stressful situations
10
Q
Treatments for…
1.) Anorexia Nervosa
2.) Bulimia
3.) Binge Eating Disorder
A
1.) Treated in a hospital
2.) Aware of what they are doing, but too ashamed
3.) Learning to control their emotions and to
address underlying emotional problems
