Cultural Influences On Eating Disorders

Eating Disorder is a condition which affects the vast majority of our young. According to most research, eating disorder, it is caused mainly by Cultural Influences. Another’s researchers are also finding that eating disorders can be caused by a complex interaction of genetic, biological, behavioral, psychological, and social factors. Researchers are using the latest in technology and science to better understand eating disorders. (National Institute of Mental Health)

One method involves the study of human genes. Geneticists have taken notice in this issue and started studying genes to see if there is any relation between eating disorders and the arrangement of certain DNA sequences. Studies with neuroimaging are also being conducted to see

However, the problems can be treated through a number of medical procedures.

This paper will explain how important it is to manage these problems as they compromise the physical health of the individual. To this end, it will highlight the various types of eating disorders, as well as their control and treatment. Types of Eating Disorders

There are various types of eating disorders. The different types are brought about by a combination of various factors. In addition, they have varying impacts on the physical health of the individual. Some of them are discussed below:

Anorexia Nervosa

The disorder is characterized by refusal to eat. As a result, the individuals are unable to maintain a healthy body weight. They have a pathological fear of gaining weight and becoming obese. The fear is what compels them to reduce their food intake (Crow et al., 2009). It is noted that the problem can affect both children and adults. The disorder is especially common among women and girls in their early twenties. The reason is that these groups of individuals are conscious of their body

The problem is closely related to bulimia nervosa. The only difference between the two is that people affected by binge-eating have no control over their eating habits. In addition, episodes of compulsive eating are not followed by compensatory acts like fasting and forced vomiting. In addition, patients suffering from this disorder tend to consume food even when they are not physically hungry. As a result, the body is unable to burn all the calories. Consequently, fat accumulates in the body (Godart et al., 2003). People with binge-eating disorder are usually overweight. Most of them are at risk of becoming obese. Other complications related to the problem include high blood pressure and heart failure. Fatigue is also a common indicator of the