Anorexia Nervosa

Paper Summary:

This paper explains the eating disorder Anorexia nervosa with the use of a case study. The author describes the case about Amy who was a teenage when she developed this eating disorder. Discussing the criteria for anorexia, the author shows how Amy was diagnosed with anorexia nervosa and the other severe symptoms that may possibly come with the disease. The paper also lists several treatment methods for anorexia nervosa including healthy eating plans and good family support.

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Anorexia Nervosa
DSM-IV Criteria
Amy
Potential Affects of Severe Anorexia
Treatment
Works Cited

From the Paper:

"Even though Amy's family physician diagnosed her with anorexia nervosa and advised her to gain weight, she continued to lose pounds. Along with concerns about Amy's weight loss and personality changes, Amy's parents complained that Amy, a previously compliant and conforming daughter, began to regularly display stubborn behaviours. Mealtimes, Amy's parents stated, became a regular battle when they parents confronted her and told her she "had to" eat. In response, Amy would burst into tears and run into her room."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Lucas, Alexander R. Demystifying Anorexia Nervosa: An Optimistic Guide to Understanding and Healing. New York: Oxford University Press, 2004. Questia. 4 Mar. 2008 <http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=103545949>.
• Powell, Dr. John & Sharpe, Dr Michael, Reviewers. (2005). Anorexia nervosa. (Based on a text by Dr Rene Stoving, Dr Kirsten Horder and Dr Paul Klenerman.). 4 Mar. 2008 <http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/diseases/facts/anorexianervosa.htm>.
• Table I. (2003) The Cleveland Clinic Foundation. 4 Mar. 2008 <http://www.clevelandclinicmeded.com/medicalpubs/diseasemanagement/psychiatry/eating/table1.htm>.

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