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Primary symptom of Anorexia Nervosa |
Starvation |
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What is the perception of the body |
Distorted (twisted out of shape) |
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What age does this disease occur? |
Adolescent (females under age of 25yrs old) |
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What is the usual personality type? |
Perfectionist, overachievers, low esteem |
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Major cardiac complication of anorexia |
Arrhythmias - irregular heartbeat |
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Major gynecological complication of anorexia |
Amenorrhea (absence of menstruation) |
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What treatment is involved in recovery? |
Small, frequent meals with inpatient counseling and milieu therapy |
