Disorders 6
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Types of Feeding and Eating Disorders - ANSWERS--Anorexia nervosa
-Bulimia nervosa
-Binge eating disorder
-Pica
-avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID)
With repeated ingestion of a drug, the drug shows decreased effect. Increasing
doses are required to achieve the effects noted with the original administration. -
ANSWERS-Tolerance
State of adaptation produced with repeated administration of certain drugs so
that physical symptoms occur when the drug is discontinued abruptly. - ANSWERS-
Dependence
A change in behavior caused by biochemical changes in the brain after continued
substance use characterized by preoccupation with and repeated use of a
substance despite of negative outcomes. - ANSWERS-Addiction
Physiological and psychological reactions that occur when the use of a substance
is stopped abruptly. - ANSWERS-Withdrawal
Condition following the ingestion of a substance resulting in changes in level of
consciousness, cognition, perception, judgment, and behavior. - ANSWERS-
Intoxication
Feeding and Eating Disorders Background - ANSWERS--severe, persistent
disturbances in eating behaviors
-approx. 9% of pop. in U.S.
,• costing $64.7 billion per year
-second deadliest mental health condition, after opioid overdoses
• approx. 10,200 deaths per year
-typically develop in adolescence or young adulthood
-more common in women
-serious physical effects, contribute to psychological distress, disruptions in social
functioning
Feeding and Eating Disorders Risk Factors - ANSWERS--Complex biopsychosocial
factors
-may experience neurobiological differences
• serotonin and dopamine
-Cultural norms
• idealize a thin appearance
-Genetics
-Biochemical factors
-Psychological factors
-Trauma from abuse or bullying
-Family dysfunction
-Emotional needs not met
-Cultural factors
Which of the following factors impact the development of eating disorders? Select
all that apply.
parental attitudes to gender roles
having a close relative with an eating disorder
, weight stigma in the culture
trauma
intense family expectations related to physical appearance - ANSWERS-having a
close relative with an eating disorder
weight stigma in the culture
trauma
intense family expectations related to physical appearance
Rationale: Family history that includes a close relative with an eating disorder,
weight stigma in the culture or family, trauma (especially physical or sexual
abuse), and a history of being bullied about weight or physical appearance may
increase the risk for eating disorders.
Which of the following are common characteristics of individuals with eating
disorders? Select all that apply.
perfectionism
low self-esteem
high levels of responsibility
narcissism - ANSWERS-perfectionism
low self-esteem
Rationale: Clients with eating disorders sometimes present with a negative,
subjective appraisal of themselves, perfectionism, body image dissatisfaction, and