Eating Disorders

Symptoms

Anorexia Nervosa
- Intense fear of gaining weight, even when underweight
- Extreme dieting, calorie restriction, or excessive exercise
- Distorted body image, seeing oneself as overweight despite being very thin
- Physical signs: feeling cold, thinning hair, slow heart rate
Bulimia Nervosa
- Episodes of binge eating (eating large amounts quickly and uncontrollably)
- Compensating behaviors like vomiting, using laxatives, or excessive exercise to prevent weight gain
- Frequent worry about body shape and weight
- Often a normal or slightly higher body weight
Binge-Eating Disorder
- Regular episodes of binge eating without compensating behaviors
- Eating rapidly, until uncomfortably full, or even when not hungry
- Feelings of guilt, shame, or embarrassment about eating habits
- Often linked to obesity

Complications

Eating disorders can lead to severe health problems:

Anorexia: Heart problems, weakened bones, hormonal changes
Bulimia: Electrolyte imbalances, dental damage, digestive issues
Binge Eating: Increased risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease

Causes

Eating disorders typically result from multiple factors:

Biological: Genetics and changes in brain chemicals and hormones
Psychological: Low self-esteem, perfectionism, emotional challenges, need for control
Social: Cultural pressure for thinness, media influences, peer pressure
Family Environment: Family conflicts, parental attitudes towards food and weight, or history of trauma or abuse

Prevention

Eating disorders are more likely if you:

Are young and female (although anyone can be affected)
Have family members with eating disorders
Experienced early trauma or intense pressure about weight and appearance
Participate in activities emphasizing thinness (e.g., ballet, gymnastics, modeling)

Risk factors

Although challenging to prevent completely, there are effective strategies:

Promote Healthy Attitudes: Encourage positive body image and balanced nutrition at home and school.
Early Intervention: Recognize early signs like excessive dieting or obsession with appearance, and seek professional help promptly.
Comprehensive Treatment: Use multidisciplinary approaches including psychological therapy, nutritional counseling, and medical supervision.
Seeking support early significantly improves recovery chances. If you or someone you know shows signs of an eating disorder, reach out to healthcare professionals promptly.

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