What are the key behavioral characteristics of anorexia?
*Self starvation *Distorted body image *Shame, sadness, need to punish self for feelings of pleasure *Perfectionist, compulsive *Outwardly pleasant and compliant
What are the key behavioral characteristics of bulimia?
*Bathroom after eating *Eats normally *Normal appearance/behavior *Perfectionist, self-critical *Aware of abnormal behavior *Suicidal thoughts
Dieting, in combination with: social influences, biological, developmental, and family dynamics often result in what?
Eating disorders
What is the mortality rate for those who suffer anorexia?
5% - 18%
Use of ipecac by bulimia PTs can lead to what S/Sx?
Heart palpitations and chest pain
Abuse of laxatives by bulimia PTs can lead to what S/Sx?
Abdominal pain and diarrhea
What are the key objective characteristics of anorexia?
