1. What are contributing factors and signs of anorexia? - MAGGIE HELFRICH

2. 75% of individuals with an eating disorder admit to bullying being the largest contributing factor to their disorder

3. Ana and Mia websites – “Ana” anorexia, “Mia” bulimia Photos of thin models and celebreties Users own “selfies” “Thinspiration” or “Thinspo”

4. Brains ancient evolutionary wiring for adapting happily to low food ability may be inappropriately triggered The chemical dopamine gives a reward response to undereating and overexercising.

5. Compulsive exercising Lack of eating Overeating Drastic weight loss Large degree of anxiety Somatization (physical problems with a psychological origin.) Depression Irritability Mood Swings High mental alertness

6. Thinning hair, brittle nails, dry skin Feeling cold, low body temperature Fainting Low blood pressure Severe belly pain Vomiting up blood Extreme joint pain Irrational behavior regarding food Irregular heartbeat Frequently asks if he/she looks thin and/or fat Wears bulky clothes

7. Can cause an early onset of osteoporosis Models and actresses in the 1990s had 10-15% body fat, whereas a healthy woman has 22-26% Highest death rate for psychiatric conditions 90% of patients are women

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