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What is this? It is an eating disorder characterized by a

What is this?

It is an eating disorder characterized by a low

weight, fear of gaining weight, a strong desire to be thin, and food restriction.
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Why is there such a problem?

Why is there such a problem?

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Symptoms Refusal to maintain a normal body mass index; Fear of

Symptoms

Refusal to maintain a normal body mass index;

Fear of even the

slightest weight gain;

Rapid weight loss;

Obsession with calories

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Social influences to reflect the present idealization of thinness "copycat" behavior a developmental crisis

Social influences

to reflect the present idealization of thinness

"copycat" behavior

a developmental

crisis
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Treatment Treatment of anorexia nervosa includes both short- and long-term measures

Treatment

Treatment of anorexia nervosa includes both short- and long-term measures and

requires assessmen by dietitians and psychiatrists as well as medical specialists.
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Hospitalization weight of 40 percent or more below normal severely disturbed

Hospitalization
weight of 40 percent or more below normal severely disturbed
metabolism
severe binging

and purging
signs of psychosis
severe depression or risk of suicide
family in crisis
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Parental concerns to teach children the importance of healthy eating instilling

Parental concerns

to teach children the importance of healthy eating

instilling healthy

eating by example

avoiding using food as a punishment or reward

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Health Consequences of Anorexia Nervosa slow heart rate and low blood


Health Consequences of Anorexia Nervosa

slow heart rate and low blood pressure;
reduction

of bone density
muscle loss and weakness;
dry hair and skin;
severe dehydration.
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Control what you eat!

Control what you eat!

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The difference between dieting and anorexia

The difference between dieting and anorexia