a serious mental health condition characterized by disturbed eating behaviors, unhealthy thoughts about food, body weight, and body image, and harmful physical and psychological effects.
eating disorder
Restriction of food intake
Intense fear of gaining weight
Distorted body image (feels “fat” despite being underweight)
May engage in excessive exercise
anorexia nervosa
health risks of anorexia nervosa
maltnutiriton, electrolyte imbalance, bradycardia, amenorrhea
Episodes of binge eating followed by purging behaviors
Vomiting
Laxative or diuretic use
Excessive exercise
Weight often normal or slightly above normal
bulimia nervosa
health rsisk of bulimia nervosa
dhn, hypokalemia, dental erosion, esophageal tears
Recurrent binge eating without purging
Eating large amounts rapidly
Feelings of guilt or shame afterward
binge eating disorder
health risks of binge eating
obesity, diabetes, htn
Avoidance of food due to texture, smell, or fear of choking
Not related to body image
Common in children but may persist into adulthood
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
clinical manifestations of eating disorders
extreme wt changes
amenorrhea
fatigue, dizziness
GI problems
electrolyte imbalance
depression, anxiety, social withdrawal
gold standard mgmt for eating disorder
psychotherapy CBT
mgmt and treatment
meds
nutrition
psychotherapy
family-based therapy (adolescents)