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| Welcome! Take some time to browse around and explore the range of services offered by Feelgood Health. For the visitor and for those seeking support and information about Eating Disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia, there are lots of regularly updated articles, a free Newsletter, and a Resource Library offering reviews of books and recommended reading. We also offer professional and confidential Email Consultations. Why not Bookmark this site under Favourites right now! You are sure to want to return again and again! Two of the most common eating disorders will be discussed here, Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa, usually called Anorexia and Bulimia. Overeating, or comfort eating is also a problem for many people. Teenage girls often display some of the symptoms of anorexia and bulimia and there is often a fine line between a teenage "fad" and the diagnosis of an eating disorder. Although even severe eating disorders often spontaneously disappear of their own accord, or resolve themselves with therapy, it should be remembered that they can be fatal or result in permanent health problems. So teenage "fads" should be tolerated as part of normal adolescent behaviour up to a point only. When in doubt, seek medical advice! Anorexia Nervosa, sometimes known as the "celebrity illness", is seen mostly in young women, with only about 5% of cases occurring in men. Onset of anorexia is usually, but not always, under the age of 20. Anorexia typically begins with the young girl trying to lose weight. This gradually develops into a obsession with dieting, losing weight and food. The anorexic person remains convinced that she is overweight, even when all observable evidence points to the contrary. Symptoms associated with Anorexia Nervosa include ●weight loss of at least 15 - 25% of original body weight ●extreme fear of becoming fat, ●ritualised eating habits, ●self-induced vomiting, laxative abuse or abuse of slimming tablets, ●intense and strict exercise regimes, ●hoarding or hiding food, ●obsession with food preparation, recipe books and other people's eating habits and ●denial of the severity of the illness and refusal to participate in therapy/rehabilitation. Some observable physical symptoms include ●lanugo (neonatal-like body and facial hair), ●amenorrhea (menstruation stops) and hypothermia (drop in body temperature). There are other symptoms of anorexia which can be detected by means of medical tests like disturbances in endocrine functioning, metabolic changes, hypotension, among others. Anorexia Nervosa is often accompanied by a diagnosis of depression, anxiety disorder or substance abuse disorder. Bulimia is closely linked to Anorexia Nervosa, and shares many of its essential features. Bulimia is characterised by episodic eating binges, followed by vomiting. Unlike Anorexia Nervosa, however, the bulemic person is usually aware that the eating pattern is abnormal and there are feelings of guilt and self-loathing after vomiting. She typically fears that she will not be able to stop eating voluntarily. Causes There are many theories about the causes behind the development of Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia. These include psychodynamic and socio-cultural explanations. Psychodynamic theories usually focus on the family and personality characteristics of the anorexic or bulemic girl, while socio-cultural theories explore the influence of advertising, the media and the modelling world on the self-concept and body image. For help, advice or counseling, go straight to Online Counseling and receive a professional response within 2 working days Click below for more free information on Eating Disorders ●Treatment of Eating Disorders ●Recommended Reading ●Natural Remedies |
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Carelse M.A. (Clinical Psychology) Disclaimer: The information on this website is intended for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure and is not a substitute for a professional consultation with a medical or health professional. Do not make any changes or additions to your prescription medicine without first consulting your doctor. Should symptoms persist, please consult your doctor. Feelgood
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