Control Is a Central Feature of Eating Disorders

question 175

Short Answer

Control is a central feature of eating disorders. How is it different for anorexia and bulimia?

Understand the sick role concept, including rights and responsibilities as defined by Segall and others.

Acknowledge the influence of perceived disease identity and timeline on healthcare-seeking behavior.

Evaluate the relationship between disease conceptualization and patient management of chronic conditions.

Appreciate the varied influences on healthcare utilization including ethnicity, income level, and education.

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