Bulimia Nervosa and Anorexia of Aging

These flashcards cover key terms and definitions related to Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, and Anorexia of Aging as discussed in the lecture.

Bulimia Nervosa

A mental health disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviors to prevent weight gain.

Binge Eating Disorder

An eating disorder characterized by eating large amounts of food without the use of inappropriate compensatory behaviors.

Compensatory Behaviors

Actions taken to prevent weight gain after binge eating, such as misuse of laxatives, diuretics, fasting, or excessive exercise.

Binge Eating Episodes

Episodes associated with eating much more rapidly than normal, often resulting in discomfort and feelings of guilt afterward.

Anorexia of Aging

A condition in older adults characterized by a decrease in appetite or food intake despite an adequate food supply.

Orexigenic Signals

Signals that stimulate appetite and food intake, which may be decreased in older adults.

Anorexigenic Signals

Signals that suppress appetite and food intake, which may increase in older adults due to various physiological changes.

Marked Distress

Significant emotional discomfort concerning binge eating behavior, important for diagnosing binge eating disorder.

Chronic Low-Grade Inflammation

A long-lasting, low-level inflammatory response that can affect gastrointestinal motility and signal processing in aging individuals.

Gastrointestinal Satiety Control Mechanisms

Physiological processes that regulate feelings of fullness and hunger, which may be altered in older adults.