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Anorexia nervosa has been increasingly diagnosed since 1950; the increase has been linked to vulnerability and internalization of body ideals. People in professions where there is a particular social pressure to be thin (such as models and dancers) were more likely to develop anorexia, and those with anorexia have much higher contact with cultural sources that promote weight loss. This trend can also be observed for people who partake in certain sports, such as jockeys and wrestlers. There is a higher incidence and prevalence of anorexia nervosa in sports with an emphasis on aesthetics, where low body fat is advantageous, and sports in which one has to make weight for competition. Family group dynamics can play a role in the cause of anorexia including negative expressed emotion in overprotective families where blame is frequently experienced among its members. When there is a constant pressure from people to be thin, teasing and bullying can cause low self-esteem and other psychological symptoms.
Article Draft: Anorexia of Aging
The elderly population is increasing experiencing Anorexia Nervosa, which has been termed the "Anorexia of Aging".[1] The eating disorder is similar to that of typical anorexia nervosa but is more often accompanied by the overuse of laxatives in order to purge the individual of ingested food.[1] Most geriatric anorexia patients limit their food intake to dairy or grains, whereas an adolescent anorexic has a more general limitation.[1]
This eating disorder that affects older adults has two types - Early Onset and Late Onset. [1] Early Onset refers to the beginnings of the disease happening in younger year and reoccurring during aging years. [1] Late Onset is when the eating disorder begins for the first time late in life. [1]
The stimulus for anorexia in an elderly patient is typically a loss of control over their lives, which can be brought on by moving into an assisted living facility.[2] This is also a time when most older individuals experience a rise in conflict with family members, which increases the likelihood of an issue.[2] There can be physical issues in the elderly that leads to anorexia of aging including a decline in chewing ability, decline in taste and smell and a decrease in appetite.[3]
References
- ^ a b c d e f Landi, Francesco; Calvani, Riccardo; Tosato, Matteo; Martone, Anna; Ortolani, Elena; Savera, Giulia; Sisto, Alex; Marzetti, Emanuele (2016-01-27). "Anorexia of Aging: Risk Factors, Consequences, and Potential Treatments". Nutrients. 8 (2): 69. doi:10.3390/nu8020069. ISSN 2072-6643. PMC 4772033. PMID 26828516.
{{cite journal}}: CS1 maint: PMC format (link) CS1 maint: unflagged free DOI (link) - ^ a b Ekern, Baxter (2016-02-25). "Common Types of Eating Disorders Observed in the Elderly Population". Eating Disorder Hope. Retrieved 2022-06-12.
- ^ Donini, Lorenzo Maria; Poggiogalle, Eleonora; Piredda, Maria; Pinto, Alessandro; Barbagallo, Mario; Cucinotta, Domenico; Sergi, Giuseppe (2013-05-02). "Anorexia and Eating Patterns in the Elderly". PLOS ONE. 8 (5): e63539. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0063539. ISSN 1932-6203. PMC 3642105. PMID 23658838.
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