Bøger af Lewis Humphries

An eating disorder is a mental disorder characterized by abnormal eating behaviors that affect a person's physical or mental wellbeing. The signs and symptoms of eating disorders vary according to the type and severity of an eating disorder. Some common physical manifestations of these disorders include weakness, fatigue, weight loss and stunted growth. Some of the most common types of eating disorders are pica, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder and rumination disorder. There are several health complications associated with eating disorders including heart disease, acid reflux, hypotension, stroke, amenorrhea and type-2 diabetes. The exact cause of eating disorders is not known. However, genetics and psychological health are considered as major factors, which may lead to these disorders. The clinical assessment of eating disorders involves physical examination, psychological evaluation and other diagnostic tests. Psychotherapy is the most common treatment used for eating disorders. Treatment may also include medications that help in managing excessive eating. This book is a practical resource guide on topics related to the medical care and complications associated with eating disorders. It will also provide interesting topics for research, which the interested readers can take up. The book will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers.

The psychological disorders wherein people develop abnormal eating habits are referred to as eating disorders. Disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorders are the most common types of eating disorders. There are various physical and behavioral signs of eating disorders. Some common physical signs and symptoms include sleep irregularities, hair loss, stomach cramps, muscle weakness, and poor immune system function. The major behavioral and mental signs include binge eating and purging, intense fear of weight gain, excessive exercise, and preoccupation with weight, food, calories or dieting. Factors such as genetics and biology, and psychological and emotional health may lead to the development of eating disorders. This book includes some of the vital pieces of work being conducted across the world, on various topics related to eating disorders. Such selected concepts that redefine the study of these disorders have been presented herein. Its extensive content provides the readers with a thorough understanding of the subject.

An eating disorder refers to a type of mental disorder characterized by abnormal eating habits that have a negative impact on a person's mental or physical health. People suffering from eating disorders may exhibit a wide range of symptoms, including food binges, severe dietary restriction and purging actions such as over exercising or vomiting. There are various types of eating disorders, such as bulimia nervosa, pica, avoidant or restrictive food intake disorder, anorexia nervosa, binge eating disorder and rumination disorder. The risk factors associated with eating disorders include family history, psychological health, extracurricular activities, aging, excessive dieting and life transitions. Eating disorders can be diagnosed through physical and psychological assessments. The treatment plans of eating disorders are unique to each individual and include a combination of therapies. The treatment varies according to the disorder, which includes limiting excess exercising, counseling, reducing efforts to eliminate food, and dietary advice. This book seeks to provide a fair idea about eating disorders and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances in their clinical management. It will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers.