...Eating Disorders 2 Eating Disorders: It’s Affect on adolescents For many years now, eating disorders have affected many people in our society. Young people being the main target because of the publics’ idea of a person’s size and weight. In our world, society has made people think that people have to look a certain way to fit in. Most women are judge by their appearance and some still dream of the perfect measurement 90-60-90. This disorder affects both females and males, but the female population being the most talked about. Besides the eating disorders knowing that they lose weight or stop weight gain, they don’t knowledge about what the effects are. Researchers have come together to let the truth about eating disorders and what are their health complications. Some of the questions that everyone should have the answers to are: 1.What are the main points of having an eating disorder? 2.What are the medical complications? 3.Who can be at risk? 4.What are the outcomes of an eating disorder treatment right after discharge and about three months later? Journal of adolescent health, nutrition research and eating behaviors have dedicated their time to explain all the factors so they can be accessible to the public. The information is out there to prevent people from suffering of these disorders in the future. As a young woman I find that this topic is to be known about, so that way people know what they are about to deal with to look like some magazine...
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...psychological disorder include Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge eating. Anorexia is found in a person who refuses to eat or eats a minimal amount to cause severe weight loss. Bulimia involves a person who consumes a large amount of food and then seeks to purge himself of the caloric intake. Most commonly this is accomplished by vomiting. The third type, binge eating, is similar to bulimia accept in this particular case there is no attempt by the individual to compensate for the caloric intake. In the following research paper the causes, clinical findings, and treatment of each of these disorders will be discussed to determine how each varies from one another. Anorexia nervosa is a psychological disorder that is caused by self-induced starvation resulting in severe weight loss. It is considered a psychological disorder because it primarily affects healthy young individuals, mostly commonly young women, who have developed an obsession with becoming thin. It is estimated that 0.5 to 3.7 percent of females suffer from anorexia nervosa in their lifetime (Stunkard, J. A., & Wilson, T., 2008.) The exact cause is not known, but attitudes towards physical appearance and family issues effect its development. Feasting on large amounts of food and then vomiting or use of laxatives are behaviors that may accompany this disorder (Bellenir, K., 2005.) Significant weight loss resulting from excessive dieting or exercise is common in these patients. Most women and an increasing number of men...
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... The body dissatisfaction displayed by both men and women may be due to social comparison processes involving media images of body types that few can achieve. Disordered eating patterns because of preoccupation with weight and body dimensions sometimes become extreme and lead to an eating disorder – anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge-eating disorder. Anorexia nervosa is characterized by low body weight, and an intense fear of becoming obese, and body image distortion. Bulimia nervosa is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating at least once a week for three months, during which the person loses control over eating. Binge-eating disorder is similar to bulimia nervosa in that it involves the consumption of large amounts of food within a two-hour period, an accompanying feeling of loss of control, and “marked distress” over eating during the episode. (Sue, 2013 Pgs. 279, 283, 285) Many people with anorexia nervosa see themselves as overweight, even when they are clearly underweight. Eating, food, and weight control become obsessions. People with anorexia nervosa typically weigh themselves repeatedly, portion food carefully, and eat very small quantities of only certain foods. Some people with anorexia nervosa may also engage in binge-eating followed by extreme dieting, excessive exercise, self-induced vomiting, and/or misuse of laxatives, diuretics, or enemas. Some who have anorexia nervosa recover with treatment after only one episode. Others...
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...Introduction The Global issue relating to Eating Disorders is the subject of this report. A Global issue must occur in 3 parts of the world; in this case study Japan, the US and Africa is studied. It must effect a sizable population, and must be a problem of enormous magnitude. Eating disorders as defined by The American Psychiatric Association in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders as a condition characterized by a severe disturbances in eating behavior (Gilbert and Gilbert,p 3). According to disabled world, an eating disorder is a continual disturbance of eating and or eating-related behavior that leads to altered consumption or absorption of food in the body system, in a great way impairing the physical health or psychological and social functioning of the person. Eating disorders are more often than not long-term problems, which can cause great suffering for victims and their families (Eating Disorder Symptoms, Types and Treatment Methods, Para 1). Analysis The writer has chosen this topic because as the statistics across the world have proven obesity has almost turned out to be a national disaster. The thesis of this report is that having an eating disorder puts your body into a high extent of harm. Solutions to the issue will be availed at the conclusion of the report. The writer has chosen this topic because the scope of this enquiry will extend from 2006 to 2011 is discussing the problem, and from 3,000 BC to 2011 AD in...
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...ch16 Student: ___________________________________________________________________________ 1. A basic premise of health in early Asian culture was that: A. people have some control over their health. B. gods caused illness and disease. C. magic could cure illness. D. superstition determined treatment. 2. Your_______ plays a critical role in your health and consists of your attitudes, habits, choices, and behaviors. A. genetic potential B. heritage C. lifestyle D. health personality 3. The biological approach to health is being most closely followed when a physician: A. encourages a patient to reduce his/her stress level through relaxation training. B. prescribes a seminar on anger management for a patient with high blood pressure. C. prescribes a cholesterol-lowering drug for a patient with high cholesterol. D. encourages a cancer patient to join a support group. 4. Just a century ago, the leading cause of death was: A. cancer. B. heart disease. C. infectious diseases. D. stroke. 5. In the U.S. today, the number-one cause of death is: A. cancer. B. heart disease. C. infectious diseases. D. stroke. 6. In the U.S. today, the second-leading cause of death is: A. cancer. B. heart disease. C. infectious diseases. D. stroke. 7. Health psychologists endorse the _____________ model, which states that health is best understood in terms of a combination of physical, cognitive, and environmental factors. A. biopsychological ...
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...watch shows that have good looking guys and girls in it. Along with their looks they are also thin. The teenagers watching these shows want to be like the person depicted on television. In magazines you see articles all the time on how to lose weight. These articles tell people how to try to lose weight and keep it off. And on the radio and bill boards you see this men and women advertising some type of drug that made them lose weight. All of these things that teenagers see in life leaves an impression. That impression is that they want to be thin. The teenagers that read these articles in magazines on how to get thin try to follow them. They try to obey different diets and exercise to try to lose weight. For some people it may actually shed a few pounds. Also for some people it does not help them. Some teenagers get to the point where they are trying anorexia. Anorexia is when people go for long periods without having anything to eat. This will cause the person to lose weight, but it will many times put the person trying it in the hospital due to malnutrition. For some people the effects that anorexia has on them stays with them for life. Some may develop problems with diabetes. Teenagers...
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...self-esteem. Losing weight can be a challenging, so many people look for the most effective way to lose weight through surgical procedures and weight lost programs. There are a variety of weight loss progams that offer extended support and dietary meal plans. Many weight loss programs provide the option of support, either through weekly excerise programs. These choices range from extreme workout methods, such as video games, such as the Nintendo WII fitness. Many people go to such extremes to lose weight that causes more damage to their bodies. However, even if you do like wht at you fine, consulting a doctor is even more important. With weight loss being in high, we forget that having a well-balanced diet, and exercise is healthier than bulimia and anorexia. People seem to not understand is that losing weight, can be a serious and obsessive problem if not done properly. Obesity and being weight are two of the problems that many people face. Excess fat can lead to differnt dieseases like hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, and high cholesterol which is not healthy for the body or health of an individual. Almost half of American are faced with this problem and, as a result, to lose...
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...psychological disorder include Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge eating. Anorexia is found in a person who refuses to eat or eats a minimal amount to cause severe weight loss. Bulimia involves a person who consumes a large amount of food and then seeks to purge himself of the caloric intake. Most commonly this is accomplished by vomiting. The third type, binge eating, is similar to bulimia accept in this particular case there is no attempt by the individual to compensate for the caloric intake. In the following research paper the causes, clinical findings, and treatment of each of these disorders will be discussed to determine how each varies from one another. Anorexia nervosa is a psychological disorder that is caused by self-induced starvation resulting in severe weight loss. It is considered a psychological disorder because it primarily affects healthy young individuals, mostly commonly young women, who have developed an obsession with becoming thin. It is estimated that 0.5 to 3.7 percent of females suffer from anorexia nervosa in their lifetime (Stunkard, J. A., & Wilson, T., 2008.) The exact cause is not known, but attitudes towards physical appearance and family issues effect its development. Feasting on large amounts of food and then vomiting or use of laxatives are behaviors that may accompany this disorder (Bellenir, K., 2005.) Significant weight loss resulting from excessive dieting or exercise is common in these patients. Most women and an increasing number of men...
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...important to look at different aspects and how its affecting individuals and the health risks involved. To first understand it we need to know what Obesity exactly is. Obesity is a medical condition in which a person is excessively overweight. When you are obese you have far exceeded the average amount of weight you should be for your height. Another way of looking at it is Dr. Brian Wansink’s way of looking at it. “Obesity can be a condition when we eat more than we think” (Mindless Eating, pg 5). A person who over indulges on food in enormous amounts is putting a massive toll on the body. An abnormally high proportion of body fat, and when a person reaches this level they are officially labeled obese. What could be the causes of massive over weight to occur? A number of things can be a cause. Over eating is the biggest cause. Instead of eating normal portions and three meals a day, obese people will exceed far past that. They will go above and beyond, and will stop at no cost. Types of food many choose to eat is another. Things like fast food is available for us to get which plays a big part. These high calorie places and over indulgence can make one become obese. Getting no exercise or not enough can be a cause as well. Exercise is important in our daily lives, over eating and not exercising is not a good combination. A person who drinks a lot of alcohol might be more prone to weight gain. “Individuals most at risk for obesity are lower income groups, former smokers, people with...
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...this era are at a great risk to the exposure of self-harm and judging themselves all because of the current stereotypes for men and women. Everyone at some point in their lifetime have dealt with body-image issues, some more severe than others. Many people have died from severe cases of disorders like anorexia or mental disorders because they were so obsessed with their bodies or faces being perfect. Many people commonly binge eat then do strenuous exercise to work off all the weight they just gained, but that makes people...
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...time if you eat more calories than your use too over a period of time, genetic factors, or a inactive lifestyle. Obesity increases the risk for many serious health issues including hypertension, heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, gallbladder disease, chronic fatigue, asthma, sleep apnea and some forms of cancer. Obesity can lead to problems in the reproductive system in women. Some studies reveal that severe cases of obesity can reduce your life expectancy....
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...The eating disorders—anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and eating disorder NOS, which includes binge eating disorder—are actually entities or syndromes and are not considered to be specific diseases. It is not known if they share a common cause and pathology; therefore, it is more appropriate to conceptualize them as syndromes on the basis of the cluster of symptoms they present to be specific diseases. It is not known if they share a common cause and pathology; therefore, it is more appropriate to conceptualize them as syndromes on the basis of the cluster of symptoms they present Genetic There is a strong genetic link for eating disorders. In fact, data from community-based twin studies have suggested that the heritability is greater than 50% Neurobiological Research demonstrates that altered brain serotonin function contributes to dysregulation of appetite, mood, and impulse control in the eating disorders Newer brain imaging capabilities allow for more research into etiological factors of anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa Psychological Factors Because anorexia nervosa was observed primarily in girls approaching puberty, early psychoanalytic theories linked the symptoms to an unconscious aversion to sexuality. By maintaining a childlike body, the patient avoids the anxiety associated with developing into a mature sexual being Environmental Factors The Western cultural ideal that equates feminine beauty to tall, thin models has received much attention in the media...
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...Paper Jolie Handel SCI/241 September 9, 2012 Kelsey Jakubauskas Body composition is the proportion of fat and fat-free mass in the body. Those that have a higher proportion of fat-free mass to a lower proportion of body fat have a healthy body composition. Someone with a body composition that includes excessive body fat is more likely to suffer from weight-related health problem including things like; high blood pressure, heart disease, high blood cholesterol, diabetes, gallbladder disease, arthritis, sleep disorders, respiratory problems, menstrual irregularities, and cancers of the breasts, uterus, prostate and colon. Obese puts a person at a higher risk for surgical complications and has also been found that their wounds take longer to heal as well. Many factors influence the obesity epidemic of today’s society. We live in a culture where everything is very fast paced and instant gratification is expected. Stress plays a large role in our every day lives. People are working one if not two jobs while trying to raise a family. While these jobs may require less physical labor, they may require more mental labor than jobs in the past. As a result of working long hours, possible commute, and hectic schedules, people have little or no time for active recreation time. People find themselves spending more time watching television during their leisure time...
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...The Negative Effects of False Media Images Since the birth of communication, media has been used to convey information to those willing to absorb it. Beginning with publications and simple spoken words, and soaring to new heights in the twentieth century with radio, television, and the internet, media have been made accessible to people in every aspect of their daily lives. With such a strong hold on modern society, mass media have been able to shape popular culture and often influence public opinion. However, when abused, the power of media can harm the general population. Biased media tend to make people strive to be someone else's idea of perfect while subconsciously ignoring their own goals. Stereotypes formed by the media that include thin, tanned women, and wealthy, muscular men have led to a decline in self-acceptance. The majority of media today often present the perfect body to the public, hoping that consumers will strive to achieve fitness using a certain product or idea. While this form of advertising may somewhat increase a product's market share, many people suffer from inner conflicts as a result of failure to achieve the body of a top athlete or fashion model. Along with emotional conflicts, those influenced by the media have encountered physical problems, including bulimia, anorexia, and the employment of harmful dietary plans. Unless reality is discerned from what is presented in certain media, some people will continue to suffer. Consumers...
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...disorders are anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. Each is a mental disorder and has its own category. A person with anorexia nervosa is obsessed with being thin and food, at times to the point of self-starvation. A person with bulimia nervosa usually consumes large amounts of food in a short amount of time and then tries to get rid of the extra calories by throwing up or excessive exercise (Mayo Clinic, 2010). But, over the past several years a new front-runner has emerged: binge-eating disorder. Binge-eating disorder is similar to bulimia nervosa in that it is a mental disorder; however, the signs, symptoms, and treatment are more complex. Binge-eating disorder is when a person consumes abnormally large amounts of food at least two or more times a week. A person with the disorder often feels a loss of control over his or her eating. It differs from bulimia because there is no purging or excessive exercise afterward. Of all eating disorders, binge-eating disorder is the most prevalent. It is commonly seen in people over the age of 35 and is seen in men almost as often as women (Videbeck, 2011). In addition to binge-eating disorder, it is not uncommon for people to suffer higher rates of other mental issues such as major depression, generalized anxiety disorder, panic attacks, alcoholism, and other substance abuse disorders (Yager, 2008). A person with the disorder typically has it for eight years on average compared to almost two years for anorexia nervosa. Unfortunately...
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