Eating disorders

Article Abstract:

Eating disorders typically begin in early age, with the most common group presenting as adolescent girls. Anorexia nervosa and bulimia are the classic problems, but most disorders are not yet so classically defined but rather in early stages. Screening, diagnosis, etiology, medical considerations and treatment by primary care providers is covered. Diagnostic criteria for bulimia and anorexia nervosa are also detailed.

Teenage girls

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Starved for nutrition: when food and weight become an obsession, your athletic gains and health pay the price

Article Abstract:

Female college athletes involved in sports emphasizing appearance such as bodybuilding or gymnastics are at risk of developing eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia. Symptoms of eating disorders and ways to confront a person suspected of having a disorder are discussed.

Management, Women college students

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The thin obsession

Article Abstract:

The pressure on women to be thin is a major cause of such eating disorders as anorexia nervosa and bulimia. The symptoms, effects and treatments of these disorders are discussed.

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