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Eating Disorders
Learning Target: I can
differentiate between Bulimia and
Anorexia
Myth Eating disorders affect only females.
Fact Eating disorders affect females more than males, but males do
develop eating disorders. Because of this myth males are even less likely
than females to seek help for an eating disorder.
Taking Weight Loss to
Extremes
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The United States spend a lot of time
worrying about weight.
Some people become carried away with
losing weight and becoming thin.
Others may have serious underlying
psychological problems that require
professional treatment.
Taking Weight Loss to
Extremes
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These people
develop eating
disorders.
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Extreme & damaging
eating behaviors that
can lead to sickness
and even death.
Anorexia Nervosa
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Is an eating disorder characterized by selfstarvation leading to extreme weight loss.
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Anorexia means “without appetite”,
And nervosa means “of nervous origin”.
Most people suffering from Anorexia Nervosa
are female.
It is particularly common among teenage girls
and young women.
Anorexia Nervosa
Anorexia Nervosa
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However, men and boys
can also have the
disorder.
There are many
theories to the causes
of anorexia, but experts
agree that the disorder
is related to how an
individual sees
themselves, and their
ability to cope with
stresses of everyday
life.
Anorexia Nervosa
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People with anorexia
nervosa may eat so
little they develop
malnutrition, the
condition in which
the body doesn’t get
the nutrients it
needs to grow and
function properly.
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Treatment may
include:
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A stay at the
hospital,
Patient is fed
nutrients and
receives counseling.
If untreated:
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May lead to serious
illness or death.
Bulimia
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Also called Bulimia Nervosa, is a
condition in which people repeatedly
eat large amounts of food and then try
to get rid of the food they have eaten.
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Like anorexia, typically bulimia, is more
common among young women and
teenage girls.
Bulimia
Bulimia
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People with bulimia
are extremely
concerned about
being thin and
beautiful.
The disorder grows
out of their desire to
control their bodies.
Bulimia
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Bulimics may force
themselves to vomit
food, believing that this
will put them in control
of their bodies.
They may also take
laxatives, which, make
food speed through the
digestive system with
little time to release
nutrients.
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Other people who are
bulimic may go on crash
diets to make up for
overeating.
The end result being,
the person does not get
enough nutrients.
How Bulimia Damages the
Body
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Stomach acids from frequent vomiting can
damage teeth and injure the mouth and
throat.
Starvation can damage the heart.
Overeating can cause the stomach to enlarge.
Vomiting can cause the stomach to rupture.
Laxative abuse can damage the kidneys.
Vomiting and laxatives can lead to
dehydration or drying out of the body.
Emptying the body can cause malnutrition.
Signs & Symptoms of Bulimia
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Eating uncontrollably, binging, and purging
Forced Vomiting or Vomiting Blood
Abusing Laxatives, or Diuretics
Going to the bathroom frequently after eating
Preoccupied with body weight
Depression and mood swings
Feeling out of control
Swollen glands in neck and face
Heartburn, bloating, indigestion, or constipation
Irregular menstrual periods
Dental and gum problems
Persistent sore throat
Bloodshot eyes
Weakness, Fatigue, Exhaustion
Overeating & Obesity
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People overeat for a variety of reasons:
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Boredom
Stress
Habit
Overeating is not as severe as bulimia or
anorexia.
However, it may lead to obesity – being 20%
or more over your desired weight – it can
result in serious health problems.
Binge Eating Disorder
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This eating disorder is
characterized by an addiction to
food. An individual suffering
with compulsive overeating
disorder has episodes of
uncontrolled eating or binging,
during which he or she may
have a pressured, frenzied
feeling. The person may
continue to eat even after
becoming uncomfortably full.
The binge is typically followed
by a period of intense guilt
and/or depression.
Binge Eating Disorder
• People with binge eating disorder regularly have an uncontrollable
urge to eat large amounts of food.
• They usually do not purge after a binge.
Health Risks
Treatment
The main physical risks of binge eating disorder are excess weight gain
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People
with binge
eating disorder need help in learning how to control
unhealthy
dieting.
their eating.
Possible
Causes
Some people use binge eating to avoid dealing with difficult emotions,
such as anger, or with stressful situations.
• They often need to address underlying emotional problems.
Overeating & Obesity
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Excessive body fat
puts a strain on the
heart and lungs.
The obese person
may exercise less,
resulting in more
weight gain and
increased health
risks.
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Such risks include
high blood pressure,
stroke, diabetes,
heart disease, and
even cancer.
May also lead to low
self esteem or even
psychological and
social problems.
Overeating & Obesity
Overweight & Obesity
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Hereditary is a
factor, overeating
and lifestyle choices
often cause obesity.
The obese person
needs to replace
poor eating habits
with healthful ones.
Help for People with Eating
Disorders
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People who need help rarely get better on
their own.
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This is because they do not have a realistic view
of themselves.
Family and friends may play a large role, but
professional help is usually required.
Many communities have clinics and support
groups.
Treatment and recovery is usually a long term
process. People with a disorder need the support
from family and friends.
Help for People with Eating
Disorders
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