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What are the 2 main types of eating disordersAnorexia Nervosa Bulimia Nervosa
Features of Anorexia NervosaIntense fear of gaining weight or becoming fat even though underweight Body image distrubance Refusal to maintain weight at or above a minimally normal weight according to height and age Amenorrhea ( absence of at least 3 consecutive menstrual cycles )
Features of Bulimia NervosaRecurrent binge eating (excessive amount of food over 2 hrs, sense of lack of control) Inappropriate compensatory behaviour (vomiting, laxatives, excessive exercise) Twice a week for 3 months Self-evaluation unduly influenced by body shape/weight
What can cause ED?Socio-cultural factors --> Dieiting, social media or parents Psychological factors --> Impulstivity, Self esteem , Anxiety , Depression, Perfectionism Genetic factors --> Serotonin and dopamine, females are more likely to get eating disorders
What are some treatments for EDsCognitive behavioral therapies Family treatment Medication --> mainly for BN Nutritional counselling and education