attempt to gain what the media considers an ideal figure. The media is full of "toothpick" thin models, in which women desire to be like. Women often need to be in the feel of being in control, it is an ongoing battle they encounter with perfection. Bulimia nervosa is a disorder with psychological, and physiological effects. It is an eating disorder, common especially among young women of normal weight, that is characterized by episodic binge eating. Bingeing is defined as the rapid consumption of
Anorexia and Bulimia AREA This documentary primarily focuses on the existence of Eating Disorders amongst teenagers worldwide. Although this is not a new development, in recent years the increase in popularity and availability of the Internet has brought about a new 'culture' to which these troubled teenagers are subscribing - this 'culture' is that of the 'pro-anorexia' or 'pro-ana' movement. These clubs and groups are often given pet names, such as Ana or Anna (anorexia) and Billy or Mia
Anorexia and Bulimia: A Concise Overview As many as 20% of females in their teenage and young adult years suffer from anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa (Alexander-Mott, 4). Males are also afflicted by these eating disorders, but at a much lower rate, with a female to male ratio of six to one. Those with anorexia nervosa refuse to maintain a normal body weight by not eating and have an intense fear of gaining weight. People with bulimia nervosa go through periods of binge eating and then purging
A variation of Anorexia, Bulimia ranges from excessive food intake, to an out of control compulsive cycle of binge eating where extraordinary amounts of any available food, usually of high carbohydrate content, may be consumed. Once having gorged, the victims are overcome with the urge to rd themselves of what they hate eaten by purging themselves, usually by vomiting, and sometimes by massive doses of laxatives. Between these obsessive bouts, most are able to accept some nutrition. Whereas the anorexic
Bulimia Nervosa Within developmental lifespan psychology, eating disorders are often categorised under the heading of 'adolescence problems' along with suicide, delinquency, substance misuse and pregnancy. They are particularly associated with females, especially during the development stage of adolescence when one's physical, cognitive and social development leaves childhood and enters adulthood (Seifert et al, 1997: 333). It appears that young women are more dissatisfied with weight
The Physiology and Psychology of Bulimia Bulimia is a disorder centered around an individual’s obsession with food and weight. This obsession involves eating large quantities of food, feeling guilty about the food consumption, and taking drastic measures to prevent caloric/fat absorption. Measures vary with each individual and include one or all of the following: forced vomiting, abuse of laxatives or diuretics, or excessive exercise. This disease affects one to three percent of adolescent and
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The psychological disorder associated with this research paper is bulimia nervosa. Bulimia nervosa is a critical psychological eating disorder; it is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating immediately followed by self-induced vomiting or purging by taking laxatives, diuretics, enemas and or taking part in excessive exercise as a way to compensate for the binge eating behaviors. In order to be diagnosed with bulimia nervosa, according to DSM-V criteria, the individual must exhibit recurrent
When defining what it means to be an anorexic or a bulimic, the general population may not know the difference between the two. The concept of eating through bulimia, unlike anorexia, is very different; however the end-results of both are undoubtedly similar. Bulimia nervosa is the compulsive act of binge eating, a spree of over-eating large amounts of foods at one time. The person is able to consume around “3,000 to 5,000 calories in one short hour” (Segal & Smith, 2014). After the binge episode
So you have been diagnosed with Bulimia Nervosa? Well let’s take a closer look at what that really means. I am sure you have all kinds of emotions running through you at this point and many questions. If you take the time to calm down and breathe, things will get better. You have a fighting chance to beat Bulimia Nervosa and reading this is a good start. This article will show you everything you need to know and learn to conquer this disorder; such as, what the signs are,what it means to have
Bulimia Nervosa Definition: Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder in which the person binge eats (eats excessive amounts of food) then purges to get rid of the excess food. The person may purge through self-induced vomiting, excessive exercise, fasting, or through use of diuretics and laxatives. Cause/Risk Factors: The exact cause of bulimia nervosa is unknown, but there are several risk factors that may contribute to the development. Risk factors include: • Existing mental disorder or distorted
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy For Bulimia Nervosa INTRODUCTION Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by binge eating as well as by self-induced vomiting and/or laxative abuse (Mitchell, 1986). Episodes of overeating typically alternate with attempts to diet, although the eating habits of bulimics and their methods of weight control vary (Fairburn et al., 1986). The majority of bulimics have a body weight within the normal range for their height, build, and age, and yet possess
society that discriminates against people, particularly women, who do not look slender, many people find they cannot - or think they cannot - meet society's standards through normal, healthy eating habits and often fall victim to eating disorders. Bulimia Nervosa, an example of an eating disorder that is characterized by a cycle of binge eating and purging, has become very common in our society. Although it generally affects women, men too are now coming to clinics with this kind of disease. This is
and because of that, they don’t see its seriousness. One example, bulimia, has been around for thirty years, and people are still not very familiar with the harm it can do physically and emotionally. Bulimia is when people choose to vomit their food up because they’re unsatisfied with their body. Bulimia nervosa can destroy not only a person's life but others around him/her, and it can be stopped with support and counseling. Bulimia exists for numerous reasons. It is normal for a person’s body to
Bulimia Nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by compulsively consuming large amounts of food and then using extreme efforts to avoid gaining weight. It affects both men and women of all ages but is most predominately seen in young women. Someone who is bulimic puts themselves at serious risks, the most dangerous of which is dehydration due to frequent vomiting, diuretics, or laxatives. These individuals often develop electrolyte imbalances, the most frequent of which is low potassium levels
Bulimia Nervosa and Antidepressant Drugs WHAT IS BULIMIA NERVOSA? Bulimia nervosa afflicts mostly women (about 6% of adolescent girls, and 5% of college women). Most individuals with bulimia engage in compensatory activities such as vomiting, laxative abuse, strict dieting, and vigorous exercise (Alexander). PRIMARY SYMPTOMS OF BULIMIA The primary symptoms of bulimia are recurrent episodes of binge eating and compensatory measures to purge the calories. There is an excessive influence
sacrificing their health. The perfect body can often present a distorted view of one-self leading to unhealthy methods of weight reduction. The most common methods for weight reduction are the diseases Anorexia and Bulimia. The similarities and differences between Anorexia and Bulimia will be used to prove that the society’s pressure to fit a certain mold contribute to the onset of the disease. Anorexia is an obsessive desire to control ones bodily appearance. It often starts with the refusal to
The rate of bulimia has been increasing in Westernized countries since 1950. It is the most common eating disorder in American, and three percent of Americans are bulimic. Of those eighty-five to ninety percent are women. The highest rate of bulimia is in college women, and it is at five to six percent (Davidson). It is uncommon for anyone under fourteen to have the disorder. Most who have bulimia know it’s a problem, but their habit is addictive so they
12/5/13 Bulimia Nervosa When it comes to the topic of Bulimia Nervosa, most of us will agree that it is an ongoing problem that needs to be addressed. Where this agreement usually ends however, is on the question what the cause of bulimia is. Whereas some convince that it’s the media is the cause others maintain that the cause is emotional problems. My own view on the cause of bulimia is American culture, major changes in life, and emotional health. One of the main reasons why bulimia is such a
The cause of bulimia nervosa is increasingly being tied to genetic factors within the familial DNA chemistry (Sinacola, R., & Strickland, T., 2012, p. 106). While no one can definitely say what causes eating disorders, this dysfunctional behavior seems to be the method adolescents and young adults turn too more often than not, to deal with various states of unhappiness as they transition to adulthood. Typically, teens with that come from families with a history of depression, addiction, or anxiety