Eating Disorders Physical Signs Quiz

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What is a common symptom of Binge-Eating Disorder?

Feeling lack of control during episodes of binge eating (correct)

Using purging behaviors to compensate for binge eating

Eating small amounts of food rapidly in public

Experiencing a fear of gaining weight despite being underweight

Which eating disorder involves regurgitating food they have already swallowed?

Rumination Disorder (correct)

Bulimia Nervosa

ARFID

Pica

What is not a common symptom of Binge-Eating Disorder?

Eating in secret despite not feeling hungry

Feeling distress, such as shame, after binge eating

Eating large amounts of food rapidly until uncomfortably full

Using purging behaviors to compensate for binge eating (correct)

Which disorder involves craving and eating non-food substances like ice or chalk?

Pica Signup and view all the answers

What physical sign is associated with Bulimia Nervosa?

Scars on the back of the hand from inducing vomiting Signup and view all the answers

Anorexia Nervosa is characterized by:

Avoiding food intake leading to significant weight loss Signup and view all the answers

What physical sign might someone suffering from an eating disorder experience?

Calluses across the tops of the finger joints Signup and view all the answers

Which physical symptom is commonly associated with eating disorders?

Poor wound healing Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of Anorexia Nervosa?

Pursuit of thinness despite being underweight Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is characteristic of Bulimia Nervosa?

Recurrent episodes of binge eating Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of Binge-Eating Disorder?

Recurrent binge eating without compensatory behaviors Signup and view all the answers

Which physical sign may be indicative of inducing vomiting in eating disorders?

Dry, thin nails Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of anorexia nervosa?

Preoccupation with weight, food, and calories Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a physical sign commonly associated with eating disorders?

Dramatic weight loss Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of bulimia nervosa?

Food binges Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior is a common symptom of binge-eating disorder?

Severely limiting and restricting the amount of food consumed Signup and view all the answers

What is a behavioral sign commonly associated with eating disorders?

'Burn off' calories Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is commonly seen in people suffering from anorexia nervosa?

'Dressing in layers' to hide weight loss Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Binge-Eating Disorder

Common symptom includes recurring episodes of eating large quantities of food.
Not characterized by regularly engaging in compensatory behaviors such as purging.
Behavioral signs include eating rapidly and feeling a lack of control during episodes.

Bulimia Nervosa

Characterized by cycles of binge eating followed by compensatory actions like vomiting.
Common symptom includes feelings of guilt or distress after binge-eating episodes.
Physical sign may include dental erosion from frequent vomiting.

Anorexia Nervosa

Defined by an intense fear of gaining weight, leading to severe food restriction.
Common symptoms include an extreme preoccupation with weight and food.
Physical signs may consist of drastic weight loss and malnutrition.

Pica

Involves cravings and consumption of non-food substances, such as ice, dirt, or chalk.

General Symptoms of Eating Disorders

Individuals may experience fluctuations in weight, physical weakness, or fatigue.
May present with symptoms such as dry skin, hair loss, or sensitivity to cold.
Common physical symptom is electrolyte imbalances, which can lead to serious health issues.

Characteristics Exclusive to Each Disorder

Bulimia Nervosa: Regularly induced vomiting or excessive exercise to counteract binge eating.
Anorexia Nervosa: Significant psychological effects, including distorted body image.

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Test your knowledge on physical signs associated with eating disorders, including repeated weighing, binge eating patterns, and excessive exercising. Learn about the symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, and menstrual irregularities.