Apex Health 2.2.3 Eating Disorders with Complete Solutions
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Apex Health 2.2.3 Eating Disorders
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Apex Health 2.2.3 Eating Disorders
Apex Health 2.2.3 Eating Disorders with
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What are the main characteristics of anorexia nervosa?
Anorexia nervosa is characterized by extreme restriction of food intake, intense fear of
gaining weight, and a distorted body image leading to excessive weight loss.
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Apex Health 2.2.3 Eating Disorders with
Complete Solutions
What are the main characteristics of anorexia nervosa?
✔✔Anorexia nervosa is characterized by extreme restriction of food intake, intense fear of
gaining weight, and a distorted body image leading to excessive weight loss.
How can bulimia nervosa affect the body physically?
✔✔Bulimia nervosa can lead to severe dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, tooth decay from
stomach acid due to frequent vomiting, and damage to the esophagus.
Why might someone with an eating disorder struggle to recognize they have a problem?
✔✔People with eating disorders may struggle with denial, have a distorted perception of their
body image, or view their behaviors as necessary to maintain control or achieve their ideal self-
image.
What role does perfectionism play in eating disorders?
✔✔Perfectionism can drive individuals to set unrealistic standards for their bodies, contributing
to unhealthy behaviors like extreme dieting or excessive exercise to meet these ideals.
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, What are some early warning signs of binge eating disorder?
✔✔Early warning signs include eating large amounts of food in a short period, feeling a loss of
control during eating, and experiencing shame or guilt after binge eating episodes.
How does the media contribute to the development of eating disorders?
✔✔The media often portrays unrealistic body standards, leading individuals to feel pressured to
conform to these ideals, which can trigger disordered eating behaviors.
What is body dysmorphia, and how is it related to eating disorders?
✔✔Body dysmorphia is a mental health condition where an individual becomes obsessed with
perceived flaws in their appearance, which can lead to eating disorders as a way to "fix" these
flaws.
What are some psychological factors that contribute to eating disorders?
✔✔Psychological factors include low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, and a need for
control, which may manifest through disordered eating patterns.
How can eating disorders impact social relationships?
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