Eating Disorders

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Eating Disorders
http//www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
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Prevalence

• Millions of People
• Mostly Females
• Some Males
• Many Cultures

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Anorexia Nervosa

• Life Threatening
• Distorted Body Image
• Extreme
• Emotions, Attitudes, Behaviors involving food.

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Anorexia Nervosa Continued

• Starvation
• 15 or more underweight
• Excessive weight loss
• Self-esteem issues

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Warning Signs

• Frequent comments
• Anxiety
• Denial of hunger
• Food rituals
• Excuses
• Withdrawal
• Excessive exercise

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Long Term Effects

• Heart rate, blood pressure
• Heart Failure
• Bone density
• Muscle loss and weakness
• Kidney failure
• Weakness

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Bulimia Nervosa

• Lack of control
• Bingeing
• Purging
• Gain in weight
• Mostly Females

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Warning Signs

• Evidence of binge eating
• Frequent trips to bathroom
• Smells of vomiting
• Swelling of cheeks or jaw
• Discoloration of teeth
• Withdrawal

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Long-Term Effects

• Electrolyte imbalances
• Heart failure
• Esophagus
• Tooth decay
• Bowel movements
• Gastric rupture

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How to Help

• Communicate concerns
• Counselor, doctor, nutritionist, other health
  professional
• Avoid conflicts
• Avoid shame, blame, guilt
• Avoid simple solutions
• Continued support

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Preventative Actions

• Talk about natural differences
• Avoid negative attitudes
• Diet
• Exercise
• Role Model