Identify the health risks of both anorexia and bulimia. Which health consequences are the most serious?

What will be an ideal response?


Anorexia can cause extreme weight loss, which can lead to starvation and malnutrition. For girls, extreme weight loss may even stop menstruation. In addition to developing sensitivity to cold, pale skin, and body hair growth, more serious complications such as bone loss, kidney failure, heart shrinkage, brain damage, and death can result. Bulimia can cause nutritional deficiencies, bad breath, and tooth decay. Due to the repeated exposure to stomach acid, sores, ulcers, and holes can develop in the mouth and esophagus, which can eventually lead to an increased risk for throat or esophageal cancers.

Psychology

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a. realists c. optimists b. pessimists d. wealthy adults

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acceptance denial hope bargaining

Psychology