NSG3CPR Anorexia Presentation

Anorexia Nervosa

What is anorexia nervosa?

Anorexia nervosa is a life-threatening psychological illness characterized by self-starvation and excessive weight loss
People with anorexia nervosa have intense fears of becoming fat and see themselves as fat even though they are not
About 90% of people with anorexia are females
Anorexia nervosa typically starts in adolescence with dieting that gets out of control

Who gets anorexia nervosa?

People with anorexia nervosa tend to be high achievers, perform well in school, sports, work and other activities
90% of people with anorexia nervosa are females
The risk of developing an eating disorder are greater in people whose weight or appearance is important such as gymnasts, dancers and models

What are the physical signs of anorexia nervosa?

Loss of periods
Weight loss without any illness that would account for it
Visible bones
Dry skin
Fainting
Lanugo – growth of fine hair all over the body
Always feeling cold
Thinning hair

Anorexia affects your whole body

What are the psychological signs of anorexia nervosa?

Thinking and talking a lot about body image, body weight and food
Unrealistic belief about getting fat
Extreme fear of gaining weight or eating
Becoming irritable and withdrawn from friends and family
Being sensitive to criticism
Having difficulty concentrating
Having problems with relationships

What are the behavioral signs of anorexia nervosa?

Cutting out food which were once enjoyed
Excessive exercising
Induced vomiting
Eating very slowly
Avoiding social situations that involve food
Wearing loose fitting clothes to hide weight loss
Only eating certain types and amounts of food

“ I think I have anorexia nervosa”

Getting help quickly is important
It is important to be open and honest about your feelings and behaviours
The recovery process is different for every person and may be long or short

“ I think my friend has anorexia nervosa”

If you suspect your friend has anorexia the first thing to do is let your friend know you are worried about them and that you care
You can encourage them to seek professional help and offer to go with them to the appointment for support
You can get help from your school councellor, GP, psychologist, or mental health worker

Why don’t people get help?

I prefer to manage the problem myself
I don’t believe anything could help
I don’t know where to get help
I am worried about what other people might think

Remember…

People come in all shapes and sizes
Most models don’t really look like they do in magazines – many photos are digitally altered or airbrushed
An unhealthy body image can damage your self esteem
Anorexia nervosa is a mental illness that needs treatment

Where can I get help?

Talk to your family, friends, school councelor, GP, psychologist or check out these websites for information and places to get help
Eating Disorders Foundation of Victoria http://www.eatingdisorders.org.au
Recovery is possible for everyone (RIPE) http://www.recoveryispossible.com.au
Headspace www.headspace.org.au

NSG3CPR Anorexia Presentation

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