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What are common complications of Anorexia Nervosa?
What are common complications of Anorexia Nervosa?
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of Alzheimer's Disease in its early stage?
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of Alzheimer's Disease in its early stage?
What psychological relief does Trichorrhemania provide to individuals who engage in hair pulling?
What psychological relief does Trichorrhemania provide to individuals who engage in hair pulling?
Which of the following is commonly associated with Bulimia Nervosa?
Which of the following is commonly associated with Bulimia Nervosa?
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What is a common trigger for episodes of hair pulling in Trichorrhemania?
What is a common trigger for episodes of hair pulling in Trichorrhemania?
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Which of the following statements about the final stage of Alzheimer's Disease is correct?
Which of the following statements about the final stage of Alzheimer's Disease is correct?
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What is the usual onset age for Alzheimer's Disease?
What is the usual onset age for Alzheimer's Disease?
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What condition is characterized by the growth of fine hair over the body due to severe weight loss?
What condition is characterized by the growth of fine hair over the body due to severe weight loss?
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What is Russell's sign associated with?
What is Russell's sign associated with?
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Which of the following statements correctly describes the psychological effects of Alcohol Use Disorder?
Which of the following statements correctly describes the psychological effects of Alcohol Use Disorder?
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What is a recognized risk factor for developing Alzheimer's Disease?
What is a recognized risk factor for developing Alzheimer's Disease?
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Which of the following conditions is most likely to co-occur with Trichorrhemania?
Which of the following conditions is most likely to co-occur with Trichorrhemania?
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In which stage of Alzheimer's Disease is loss of reading and writing skills most likely to occur?
In which stage of Alzheimer's Disease is loss of reading and writing skills most likely to occur?
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What symptom is associated with the final stage of Alzheimer's Disease?
What symptom is associated with the final stage of Alzheimer's Disease?
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What complication can arise from Anorexia Nervosa?
What complication can arise from Anorexia Nervosa?
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Which of the following is a possible consequence of Trichorrhemania?
Which of the following is a possible consequence of Trichorrhemania?
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What is an important characteristic of Bulimia Nervosa?
What is an important characteristic of Bulimia Nervosa?
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Which of the following describes Illness Anxiety Disorder?
Which of the following describes Illness Anxiety Disorder?
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What term describes the phenomenon where patients experience increased blood pressure in the presence of a doctor?
What term describes the phenomenon where patients experience increased blood pressure in the presence of a doctor?
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How is paradoxical lucidity characterized in the context of Alzheimer's Disease?
How is paradoxical lucidity characterized in the context of Alzheimer's Disease?
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Study Notes
Alzheimer's Disease
- Life expectancy after diagnosis: 3-12 years, usual onset: 65 years old.
- 10% of cases are early-onset (30s).
- Risk factors: genetics, head injuries, stress, poor sleep quality, metal toxicity, smoking, neuroinflammation, and chronic exposure to pollutants.
- Diagnosis: imaging and cognitive testing.
- 7th leading cause of death worldwide.
- Early stage: episodic memory (personal experiences), semantic memory (facts), and implicit memory (controlling the body) affected less than new learning. Short-term memory loss may occur.
- Middle stage: incorrect word substitutions (paraphasia), loss of reading/writing skills, failure to recognize relatives, wandering, irritability, emotional outbursts, and sundown syndrome (confusion/restlessness late afternoon/early evening).
- Final stage: single words to complete loss of speech, aggressiveness, exhaustion, muscle mass/mobility deterioration leading to paradoxical lucidity (return to normal brain functions before death).
Illness Anxiety Disorder
- Constant self-evaluation/diagnosis, disorder of perception and cognition.
- Higher incidence due to Google searches.
- White Coat Syndrome: anxiety from the presence of a doctor/healthcare professional, causing elevated blood pressure in a medical setting / hospital.
Bulimia Nervosa
- Bingeing and purging (use of diuretics, laxatives, diet pills).
- Symptoms: Russell's sign (scarring on knuckles), erosion of tooth enamel, swollen cheeks, swollen salivary glands, bloodshot eyes, weight fluctuations, and an obsession with looks (Obesophobia – fear of gaining weight).
Alcohol Use Disorder
- Most abused substance (readily available, inexpensive, celebrated/normalized, self-medication for anxiety, pain, stress).
- Reduces life expectancy by 10 years.
- Symptoms: increased volume/occurrence of alcohol use, tolerance, preoccupation, blackouts (not remembering episodes), impairment of judgment, loss of interest in health/hygiene/social activities.
Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder)
- Greek origin: thrix (hair), thillein (to pull), mania (madness).
- Psychological relief from hair removal.
- Often begins in childhood, triggered by anxiety.
- Common pulling sites: scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, face, arms, legs (less common).
- Complications: infection, gastrointestinal obstruction (from swallowed hair), permanent hair loss, carpal tunnel syndrome, Rapunzel Syndrome (ingested hair extends into intestines).
Anorexia Nervosa
- Earliest recorded case: Miss A (1866).
- Complication includes: osteoporosis, infertility/cessation of menstruation, suicide, whole-body edema (swelling), heart/lung failure, hair loss, abdominal distension, and delirium.
- Lanugo (fine hair growth all over the body) may develop. Extreme weight loss can lead to trouble maintaining body temperature.
Other Conditions (Brief Mentions)
- Sexual Dysfunction: female sexual arousal issues, orgasmic disorder, genito-pelvic pain, male hypoactive sexual desire disorder, erectile disorder, and premature/delayed ejaculation.
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Explore the key aspects of Alzheimer's Disease from its life expectancy to symptoms across various stages. This quiz covers risk factors, diagnosis methods, and effects on memory. Test your understanding of this critical health issue.
