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Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders. Nutrition Unit. What is an Eating Disorder?. It is when a person is no longer able to control or manage food consumption, but instead feels that food has control over him or her. Are often a symptom of an underlying issue It is a coping mechanism. Types of Eating Disorders.

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Eating Disorders

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  1. Eating Disorders Nutrition Unit

  2. What is an Eating Disorder? It is when a person is no longer able to control or manage food consumption, but instead feels that food has control over him or her. Are often a symptom of an underlying issue It is a coping mechanism

  3. Types of Eating Disorders Anorexia Nervosa Bulimia nervosa Binge-eating Compulsive overeating PICA

  4. Anorexia Nervosa A Fear of gaining weight and refusal to maintain a normal weight by means of food restriction 85% less body weight No menstrual Periods Decrease memory & concentration Decrease muscle mass Hair Loss

  5. Bulimia Nervosa Binging followed by compensatory behavior such as vomiting, misusing laxatives, fasting or exercising excessively Binge & purge two times per week for 3 or more months May purge 1 to 6 times per day Body image is the greatest influence Swollen glands, tooth decay, heartburn, decrease in electrolytes, weight gain, inflamed saliva glands

  6. Binge Eating and Compulsive Over-Eating Frequent binges without compensatory behavior Depressed Heart disease diabetes

  7. WHO? Adolescent girls and women Are more likely than men to suffer from this illness 7 Million females 1 million males (focus on body image) Only 30% recover

  8. Possible Causes Societal influences & messaging Anorexia & bulimia run in families Other mental disorders including depression, substance abuse and anxiety Sexual abuse Need for personal control

  9. Left Untreated Eating disorders may lead to a number of medical and mental complications Malnourishment Heart problems Osteoporosis Depression Damage self-esteem Mood swings, shame, perfectionism Poor relationships with family & friends Damage to teeth and esophagus death

  10. Signs to Look For A drastic Change in weight, diet or exercise habits Unrealistic focus on acceptance and conformity Decrease in social activities Food restriction, Skipping meals Frequent visits to the bathroom immediately after meals Wearing looser clothing

  11. Where to Get Help Bellevue The moore center 1-800-931-2237 www.edap.org (Eating Disorders Awareness and Prevention) www.nationaleatingdisorders.org www.866teenlink.org

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