Checklist for characteristics of Eating Disorders
Anorexia :
Weight loss (can be in a very short space of time).
Loss of menstruation.
Paleness.
Feeling cold.
Dizziness and fainting spells.
Severe restricted eating.
Odd food rituals such as counting bits of food, cutting food into
Pieces, preparing food but refusing to eat it.
Intense fear of becoming fat.
Dressing in layers to hide their body
Fear of situations where food is present.
Rigid exercise programs
Mood swings.
Perfectionist attitude.
Insecurities about their capabilities.
Feelings of self worth are determined by what is, or is not eaten.
Avoiding other people's company. More information>>>
Bulimia :
Complaints of fatigue and muscle pain
Swollen glands.
Puffiness in cheeks, broken blood vessels under the eyes.
Tooth decay.
Weight fluctuations.
Eating and bingeing in secret.
Preoccupation with food and weight.
Bathroom visits after meals.
Vomiting, laxative abuse, fasting, diuretics, and diet pill abuse.
Rigid and harsh exercise regimes.
Fear of putting on weight.
Mood swings and depression, sadness, guilt, severe self-hate.
The need for approval to feel good.
Self-worth determined by weight.
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Compulsive overeating :
Weight fluctuations.
Hypertension or fatigue.
Bingeing
Restriction of activities because of embarrassment about appearance.
Going from one diet to the next.
Secretive eating.
Eating very little in public.
Feeling out of control.
Fantasies about being a better person when thin.
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