PSY 224 Lecture 20: Psychological
1 Dec 2016
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Refusal to maintain body weight for frame, size, age. 0. 1% of all young men, but increasing. Some experts think at least 1/6 of those with anorexia are males. Less likely to be diagnosed with anorexia. One of the highest of all psychiatric disorders. 33% onset between ages of 11 and 15. Family presents fa ade of perfection, closeness, but low levels of emotional expressiveness. Low calorie food to try to feel full (e. g. , rice cakes, water) As much as 2-6 hours per day. Don"t like to sit still - shake leg, tap finger. Start isolating from family and friends, especially to avoid food-related situations. Obsessive and at least 15% below ideal body weight, sometimes as much as 50% compulsive. At least 15% below ideal body weight, sometimes as much as 50% Bradycardia (slowed heart rate - mid 40s when normal is 70-85/minute) Low blood pressure (heart output is weak)
