Eating Disorders

 

Characterized by abnormal perception of body image

Usually occurs in teenage girls and boys, but at times in adult men & women
 

For the person who has an eating disorder

Bulimia Nervosa: Binge eating, usually in secret, followed by self-induced vomiting or laxative use to prevent weight gain.

   Anorexia Nervosa:  Self-starvation. Refusal to maintain minimally normal body weight
 

   Warning signs:   Weight loss and a fear of gaining weight

                               Refuse to eat and deny hunger

                               Self-perception of being fat when others say you are not

                               No menstrual cycle for 3 months

                               Constant exercising

       Greater amounts of hair on the body or the face

        Loss of scalp hair
 

Binge eating: 
Eating overly large amounts of food in a short time.

Risk factors: 
Anemia, cardiac arrest, liver failure, bloating, constipation, dental problems, or death from malnutrition
 

Eating disorders can be cured with a doctor’s help and family support.

Speak to a trusted friend, parent, clergy, or teacher
 

Computer web sites for further information

www.facetheissue.com        www.anad.org

www.datehookup.com/content-beyond-physical-appearances-a-guide-to-anorexia.htm

Get Help!   You are playing Russian Roulette with your life. 

Or you’ll be dead before you’re thin enough

                                                                                                                                                7/2009