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The <em>Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5)<\/em> classifies major eating disorders as <strong>anorexia nervosa (AN)<\/strong>, <strong>bulimia nervosa (BN)<\/strong>, <strong>binge-eating disorder (BED)<\/strong>, and <strong>avoidant\/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID)<\/strong> (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). The <em>ICD-11<\/em> similarly categorizes these under <em>Feeding and Eating Disorders<\/em>, emphasizing their impact on health and functioning (World Health Organization, 2022).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms_of_Eating_Disorders\"><\/span><strong>Symptoms of Eating Disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms vary by diagnosis but share core features of disordered eating and distress:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Anorexia Nervosa (DSM-5):<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Restriction of energy intake leading to significantly low body weight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intense fear of gaining weight or persistent behaviors preventing weight gain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Distorted body image or denial of seriousness of low weight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subtypes: Restricting type or binge-eating\/purging type.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bulimia Nervosa (DSM-5):<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recurrent episodes of binge eating (consuming large amounts of food with loss of control).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compensatory behaviors to prevent weight gain (e.g., vomiting, laxatives, excessive exercise).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-evaluation unduly influenced by body shape\/weight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Symptoms occur \u22651x\/week for 3 months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Binge-Eating Disorder (DSM-5):<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recurrent binge-eating episodes without compensatory behaviors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eating rapidly, until uncomfortably full, alone due to embarrassment, or with guilt\/depression.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marked distress about binge eating, \u22651x\/week for 3 months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ARFID (DSM-5):<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoidance or restriction of food intake unrelated to weight concerns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driven by sensory sensitivities, fear of choking, or lack of interest in eating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Results in nutritional deficiencies, weight loss, or dependence on supplements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Eating_Disorders\"><\/span><strong>Types of Eating Disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The DSM-5 and ICD-11 recognize:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Anorexia Nervosa<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bulimia Nervosa<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Binge-Eating Disorder<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoidant\/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED):<\/strong> Includes atypical anorexia or subthreshold bulimia\/BED.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pica:<\/strong> Persistent eating of non-nutritive substances (e.g., chalk, hair).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rumination Disorder:<\/strong> Repeated regurgitation of food (<em>Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry<\/em>).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_Eating_Disorders\"><\/span><strong>Causes of Eating Disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Etiology involves a biopsychosocial model:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Biological:<\/strong> Genetic predisposition (heritability 40\u201360% for AN\/BN), dysregulation in serotonin\/dopamine pathways, hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis abnormalities (<em>Kaplan &amp; Sadock\u2019s Synopsis of Psychiatry<\/em>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Psychological:<\/strong> Perfectionism, low self-esteem, body dysmorphia, or comorbid anxiety\/depression (<em>Maudsley Guidelines<\/em>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Environmental:<\/strong> Sociocultural pressure for thinness, trauma, bullying, or family dynamics emphasizing dieting (<em>ICD-11<\/em>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diagnosing_Eating_Disorders\"><\/span><strong>Diagnosing Eating Disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clinical Assessment:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Detailed history of eating patterns, weight changes, and psychological symptoms (DSM-5\/ICD-11).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical exam to identify complications (e.g., electrolyte imbalances, dental erosion).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Laboratory Tests:<\/strong> Rule out medical causes (e.g., hyperthyroidism, Crohn\u2019s disease).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Screening Tools:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (EDE-Q).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SCOFF Questionnaire (for rapid screening).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Differential Diagnosis:<\/strong> Exclude mood disorders, OCD, or gastrointestinal conditions (<em>NICE Guidelines<\/em>).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_for_Eating_Disorders\"><\/span><strong>Treatment for Eating Disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Evidence-based interventions vary by diagnosis:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Psychotherapy:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT-E):<\/strong> Addresses distorted thoughts about food, weight, and body image.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Family-Based Therapy (FBT):<\/strong> First-line for adolescents with AN\/BN; parents oversee meal restoration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT):<\/strong> Targets emotional dysregulation in BED or BN.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pharmacotherapy:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Anorexia Nervosa:<\/strong> No FDA-approved medications, but <a href=\"https:\/\/theprivateclinic.me\/en\/posts\/medication\/olanzapine\/\">olanzapine<\/a> (atypical antipsychotic) may reduce anxiety\/obsessions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bulimia\/BED:<\/strong> SSRIs (<a href=\"https:\/\/theprivateclinic.me\/en\/posts\/medication\/fluoxetine\/\">fluoxetine<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/theprivateclinic.me\/en\/posts\/medication\/sertraline\/\">sertraline<\/a>) reduce binge-purge cycles and impulsivity (<em>Maudsley Prescribing Guidelines<\/em>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nutritional Rehabilitation:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Structured meal plans to restore weight (AN) or normalize eating patterns (BED).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electrolyte monitoring for patients engaging in purging.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Medical Hospitalization:<\/strong> Required for severe malnutrition, cardiac instability, or suicidal ideation (<em>Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry<\/em>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adjunctive Therapies:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Group therapy for peer support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mindfulness-based interventions to reduce emotional eating.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>eating disorder symptoms \/ anorexia vs bulimia \/ binge-eating disorder treatment \/ DSM-5 eating disorders \/ ARFID diagnosis \/ ICD-11 feeding disorders \/ CBT for anorexia.<\/p>\n<!-- CONTENT END 2 -->\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Listen to this Article https:\/\/theprivateclinic.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/speaker\/post-17795.mp3?cb=1738580777.mp3 Summarize \u2728 \u062a\u0644\u062e\u064a\u0635 What Are Eating Disorders? 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