Guess the eating disorder
A client describes how they often eat large amounts of food in short periods of time. They say they usually eat alone because of embarrassment, and they often eat even when they do not feel hungry. The client does not engage in any behaviours to lose weight. Which eating disorder does this describe?
Binge eating disorder
Eating disorders only impact young adolescent females
While most people affected are adolescent females, they are not the only ones who struggle with eating disorders. Eating disorders do not discriminate.
What does SCOFF stand for?
Sick, Control, One stone, Fat, Food
Tooth decay, acid reflux, and sore throat are symptoms of this eating disorder
Bulimia nervosa
People choose to have an eating disorder
It is not a choice. The etiology of eating disorders is multi-factorial.
Name a personality trait that is a risk factor for eating disorders
Perfectionism (having high personal standards and being overly critical of one's self), neuroticism (a disposition to experiencing unpleasant emotions), impulsivity (the tendency to engage in rash actions when stressed)
A client describes how they go through periods of extreme restriction, but then binge when they are stressed. To avoid gaining weight, they take laxatives. This client’s weight is significantly below the healthy range. Which eating disorder does this describe (be specific)?
Binge-eating/purging type of anorexia nervosa
Families, particularly parents, are to blame for eating disorders
There are many causes of eating disorders, we cannot simply blame families. This myth is harmful because if families think they are the cause, it can lead to them feeling guilt and shame.
This used to be a diagnostic criterion in the DSM-IV for anorexia nervosa, but is no longer one in the DSM-V
Ammenorhea