Eating Disorders Flashcards
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What is Anorexia Nervosa?
Restriction of energy intake relative to requirements leading to a significantly low body weight in context of age, sex, developmental trajectory and physical health significantly low weight under 18.5
Anorexia Nervosa is characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a disturbance in the way one’s body weight or shape is experienced.
What is the intense fear associated with Anorexia Nervosa?
Intense fear of gaining weight or becoming fat, with persistent behaviour that interferes with weight gain even though a significantly low weight
This fear persists despite being underweight.
What are the subtypes of Anorexia Nervosa?
- Restricting type
- Binge-eating/purging type
Restricting type does not involve binge eating or purging behaviors in the last three months.
What characterizes the Restricting subtype of Anorexia Nervosa?
Individual has not engaged in binge eating or purging behaviours in the last three months; weight loss accomplished through dieting, fasting, or excessive exercise
This subtype focuses on restriction as the main behavior.
What characterizes the Binge-eating/purging type of Anorexia Nervosa?
Engagement in recurrent episodes of binge eating or purging behaviours in the last three months
This subtype includes behaviors aimed at compensating for binge eating.
What are some physical implications of Anorexia Nervosa?
- Anemia
- Low metabolic rate
- Fluid and electrolyte imbalances
- Lanugo
- Compromised immune system
- Gastrointestinal problems
- Menstruation issues
- Fertility issues
- Kidney failure
- Heart problems
- Death
These implications highlight the severe health risks associated with the disorder.
What defines Bulimia Nervosa?
Recurrent episodes of binge eating within a discrete period of time, characterized by an amount of food larger than most people would eat in similar circumstances, especially with lack of control
Binge eating is often followed by compensatory behaviors.
What are the compensatory behaviours in Bulimia Nervosa?
- Induced vomiting
- Use of laxatives
- Excessive fasting
- Excessive exercise
These behaviors are aimed at preventing weight gain after binge episodes.
How often do binge eating and compensatory behaviours occur in Bulimia Nervosa?
At least once a week for three months
This frequency is key to the diagnosis of Bulimia Nervosa.
What physical implications are associated with Bulimia Nervosa?
- Inflamed sore throat
- Indigestion
- Dehydration
- Stomach ulcers
- Inflammation
- Malnutrition
- Brain dysfunction
- Heart failure
- Menstrual difficulties
- Infertility
These implications demonstrate the serious consequences of the disorder.
What characterizes Binge-eating disorder?
Recurrent episodes of binge eating not associated with compensatory behaviours
This disorder differs from Bulimia Nervosa as it does not involve purging or other compensatory actions.
What are some behavioral characteristics of Binge-eating disorder?
- Eating much more rapidly than normal
- Eating large amounts of food when not physically hungry
- Eating alone due to embarrassment
- Feelings of disgust, depression, or guilt
- Marked distress regarding binge eating
These behaviors contribute to the disorder’s impact on mental health.
What are the health implications of Binge-eating disorder?
- IBS
- Early onset menstruation
- Increased predisposition to type II diabetes
- Increased risk of stroke or heart disease
- Breathing problems
- Sleep apnoea
- Joint/muscle problems
- Chronic kidney problems
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
These health implications highlight the potential long-term effects of the disorder.
