1.

What are the 3 most common types of eating disorders and what is the definition
of each eating disorder?         
Common types of eating disorders include:
 Binge-eating, which is out-of-control eating. People with binge-eating disorder keep eating even after
they are full. They often eat until they feel very uncomfortable. Afterward, they usually have feelings
of guilt, shame, and distress. Eating too much too often can lead to weight gain and obesity. Binge-
eating disorder is the most common eating disorder in the U.S.
 Bulimia nervosa. People with bulimia nervosa also have periods of binge-eating. But afterwards, they
purge, by making themselves throw up or using laxatives. They may also over-exercise or fast. People
with bulimia nervosa may be slightly underweight, normal weight, or overweight.
 Anorexia nervosa. People with anorexia nervosa avoid food, severely restrict food,
or eat very small quantities of only certain foods. They may see themselves as
overweight, even when they are dangerously underweight. Anorexia nervosa is the
least common of the three eating disorders, but it is often the most serious. It has the
highest death rate of any mental disorder.

2. Who can develop an eating disorder? Are specific eating disorders more
common among specific groups of people (age group, biological sex,
person’s environment, life experiences, etc.)
 people of all ages, genders, and body types can develop an eating
disorder.
3. What are the contributing influences on the development of an
eating disorder?
 Social or environmental risk factors in the development of an
eating disorder may include: being teased or bullied a belief that
high expectations from family and others must be met major life
changes such as family break-up, or the accumulation of many
minor stressors
4. How are eating disorders treated?
 Eating disorders are treated with a combination of psychotherapy,
medications, nutrition counseling, and medical monitoring.
Psychotherapy helps the individual identify and work through
underlying psychological issues that may be contributing to the
eating disorder, while medications can help with managing
symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive
behavior. Nutrition counseling helps the individual learn healthy
eating habits, while medical monitoring ensures that any physical
health issues related to the disorder are identified and managed.
5. Next design a treatment plan to help the person with their eating disorder.  In
your plan, explain how your suggestions for treatment will address both the
internal and external influences impacting the person.
 My treatment plan for the person with an eating disorder would
involve a comprehensive approach that focuses on both the internal
and external influences impacting the person. Internally, the person
should be encouraged to explore the underlying causes of their
eating disorder through individual therapy with a mental health
professional. This could include cognitive behavioral therapy to help
them develop healthier thought patterns and change their negative
behaviors, as well as other forms of therapy to address any
underlying psychological issues that could be contributing to their
eating disorder.