List and Briefly Describe the DSM-5 Criteria for the Diagnosis

question 69

Essay

List and briefly describe the DSM-5 criteria for the diagnosis of anorexia nervosa.

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Definitions:

Atrioventricular Valves

Valves located between the atria and ventricles of the heart that prevent the backflow of blood.

Cardiac Cycle

Sequence of contraction and relaxation of heart chambers that occurs with each heartbeat.

Oxygen-Rich Blood

Blood that is high in oxygen concentration, typically found in the arterial system after oxygenation in the lungs.

Liver

A large vital organ in vertebrates responsible for detoxification, protein synthesis, and production of biochemicals necessary for digestion.