Eating disorders

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What is the definition of an eating disorder?

Disorder of pattern of eating, amount and nature of food.

What are the classification systems for eating disorders?

DSM V feeding and eating disorder, ICD 10 eating disorders.

Name two types of eating disorders.

Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa.

What is the most common eating disorder in females?

Anorexia nervosa.

What is the incidence of anorexia nervosa?

0.7%.

At what age does anorexia nervosa typically occur?

Adolescence, rare before puberty.

What social class is more commonly associated with anorexia nervosa?

Higher social class.

Which regions of the world have a higher prevalence of anorexia nervosa?

Predominantly Western industrialized societies.

What is the mortality rate for anorexia nervosa?

10-15%.

What is the male to female ratio for anorexia nervosa?

1,10.

What is the diagnostic criteria for anorexia nervosa?

Refusal to maintain body weight at or above minimal normal weight, intense fear of gaining weight, body image disturbances.

What are the two types of anorexia nervosa according to ICD 10?

Restricting and binge eating/purging.

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