Disorders #2

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What is the defining characteristic of somatic symptom disorders?

Presence of physical symptoms triggered by psychological factors.

Which of these are examples of Somatic Symptoms? (Select all that apply)

Abnormal pain (correct)

Nausea (correct)

Dizziness (correct)

Hallucinations

What are the three types of somatic symptom disorders?

Somatic symptom disorder, conversion disorder, and illness anxiety disorder.

What is the main characteristic of Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders?

Presence of physical symptoms triggered by psychological factors. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three types of Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders listed?

Somatic Symptom disorder, Conversion disorder, Illness Anxiety Disorder (Hypochondriasis). Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the characteristics of Binge Eating Disorder?

Eating fast and to the point of feeling discomfort, big quantity but not being hungry, control loss, guilt-disgust after. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the characteristics of Orthorexia.

Obsessions for healthy and pure food, leading to restrictive behaviours, anxiety and control, avoidance of 'bad' food, preparation, material used to cut/cook... might become central and attempt of their life, life choices. Signup and view all the answers

What are the 3 main types of Eating Disorders?

Anorexia, Bulimia, Orthorexia Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Binge Eating Disorder?

Eating Fast And To The Point Of Feeling Discomfort Signup and view all the answers

What are the three levels of Intellectual Disability?

Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound Signup and view all the answers

What are two effects of Anorexia?

Stomach Pain, Tooth Decay Signup and view all the answers

What is a key element in the diagnosis of Orthorexia?

Obsessions For Healthy And Pure Food Signup and view all the answers

Somatic Symptom Disorder is associated with vague, recurring physical symptoms.

True Signup and view all the answers

Conversion Disorder is associated with a loss of motor or sensory functioning in some parts of the body.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Illness Anxiety Disorder?

Interpretation Of Small Symptoms Being A Sign Of A Serious Illness Signup and view all the answers

Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders are characterized by symptoms triggered by psychological factors.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are some signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Difficulty In Communications, Difficult Social Interactions, Difficulty In Expressing Emotions Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage range of individuals that are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder?

1-2% of Population, 1 Out of 100, Boys are 5 Times More Likely Signup and view all the answers

What are the two factors that increase the likelihood of a person developing bulimia nervosa?

Some people may have a genetic predisposition to developing this disorder, and environmental pressures can contribute to its development. Signup and view all the answers

What are some symptoms of Bulimia Nervosa?

Binge Eating, Self-Induced Vomiting, Laxative Signup and view all the answers

Anorexia usually starts at puberty.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are some issues a person may experience with Bulimia Nervosa?

Body Image Issues Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Eating Disorders

Anorexia Nervosa
- 85% of cases start at puberty
- Symptoms: Significant low weight for age, sex
- Intense fear of gaining weight
- Behaviors that interfere with weight gain
- Body image issues
- At least 2 times a week over 6 months
Bulimia Nervosa
- 18-20 years old
- Symptoms: Binge eating, lack of self-control
- Compensatory behaviors (self-induced vomiting, laxatives, fasting, excessive exercising)
- Body image issues
- At least once a week for 3 months