Author Question: Anorexia and bulimia are often viewed as the same disorder. Demonstrate your knowledge of eating ... (Read 88 times)

sam.t96 · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Anorexia and bulimia are often viewed as the same disorder. Demonstrate your knowledge of eating disorders by describing both similarities and key differences between these health issues.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

An individual with high generativity would most likely have

a. a satisfactory marriage.
b. no children.
c. a depressed spouse.
d. few friends

Zack0mack0101@yahoo.com · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Both anorexia and bulimia tend to emerge in adolescence in individuals who are overly concerned about their body and have a history of dieting. Both are more common in females. Anorexia is a more deadly disorder and is characterized by a persistent refusal to eat and an irrational fear of being overweight. Bulimia is characterized by alternating periods of binging and purging (which can involve use of laxatives or self-induced vomiting). Overprotecting parenting appears to be a risk factor for anorexia while childhood obesity appears to be a risk factor for bulimia.

Answer to Question 2

a