This document discusses eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia. It defines anorexia as an obsessive fear of gaining weight that causes severe food restriction and weight loss. Bulimia involves episodes of binge eating followed by self-induced vomiting. Both disorders have harmful physical and psychological effects and those suffering need professional help. Resources for learning more are provided.

1. Eating Disorders By Cynthia Leonard EDUU 551

2. Eating disorders refer to a group of conditions characterized by abnormal eating habits that may involve either insufficient or excessive food intake. The most common ones are anorexia and bulimia.

4. Obsession with calories and fat content

5. Fear of gaining weight or becoming overweight

6. May engage in frequent and strenuous exercise

8. Lack of energy and weakness

9. Slowed thinking, poor memory

10. Dizziness, fainting, and headaches

11. Bone deteriorationReal Life Anorexia :CBS Presents

14. Regularly going to the bathroom right after meals

16. Dehydration

17. Electrolyte imbalances

18. Constipation

19. Tears of esophagus from excessive vomitingFrequently Asked Questions about Bulimia

22. Be very supportive and remind him/her that you care.

23. Offer to go with him /her to see a medical expert.

26. Explain why people with eating disorders need professional help