Anorexia Nervosa by Hannah Mcalister https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r en-us 2018-09-21 21:09:56 UTC 2018-09-22 18:45:43 UTC hello@padlet.com Description of Anorexia Nervosa hannahbmcalister1 https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284564846 "Anorexia Nervosa is the primary eating disorder associated with food restriction and self-starvation" (Adamowicz, nd). People with anorexia are, typically, trying to lose weight or to prevent weight gain. This disorder is more common in females, specifically teenagers and young women. ]]> 2018-09-21 21:16:07 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284564846 Criteria for Diagnosis hannahbmcalister1 https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284566615 There are 4 main criteria for diagnosis:
1. They will keep do whatever they can to keep their body weight below the minimum normal weight for their height and age.
2. They have extreme fear of gaining weight, even though they are underweight.
3. They do not understand the seriousness of their weight loss.
4. In females, they skip at least 3 consecutive periods. ]]> 2018-09-21 21:29:21 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284566615 Useful Links for Parents and Teachers hannahbmcalister1 https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284569515 https://www.mentalhelp.net/articles/characteristics-of-anorexia-nervosa/
This article is a good to learn about the symptoms of anorexia and the criteria needed to diagnose.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/anorexia-nervosa/symptoms-causes/syc-20353591
This article goes into detail about symptoms, criteria, and a description of what anorexia is.]]> 2018-09-21 21:52:36 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284569515 Signs of Anorexia (or Eating Disorder) in the Classroom hannahbmcalister1 https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284660785
  • Fatigue and lack of energy
  • Irritability
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Engages in fewer social interactions with peers
  • Absenteeism
  • Marked increase or decrease in academic performance
  • Avoids eating in the classroom (parties, celebrations etc.)
  • Drastic physical changes
  • Obsessive communication about food, exercise and weight
    • https://www.eatingdisorderhope.com/recovery/guidance-for-teachers-who-may-suspect-a-student-is-struggling-with-an-eating-disorder

    ]]>     2018-09-22 18:17:41 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284660785     Teacher Strategies and Tips hannahbmcalister1 https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284660953 1. Teachers need to know the signs and symptoms of anorexia. With this knowledge, teachers can better gauge if their student might have an eating disorder.
    2. Teachers need to know what their school offers and the protocol surrounding eating disorders. 
    3. Teachers need to create an environment of trust for their students. If a student feels as though they can talk to you, without judgement, then they may come to you with their problems. 
    4. Teachers need to focus on healthy habits, not body weight or body image. The focus should be on nutrition, exercise, sleep, and even psychological well-being.]]>     2018-09-22 18:20:01 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284660953     Resources for Parents hannahbmcalister1 https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284661790 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/hunger-artist/201502/you-can-t-save-your-child-their-anorexia
    This article is written by a parents whose daughter had anorexia. It goes into her experience as a parent, trying to decide what was best for everyone's lives.

    https://www.bulimia.com/topics/anorexia-hotline/
    This site is the Anorexia Hotline. It also includes information about criteria and then complications that may occur if the eating disorder continues.

    https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/parent-toolkit
    This site has a link to a pdf of a Parent Toolkit for parents of a child with an eating disorder.]]>     2018-09-22 18:31:20 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284661790     Resources for Teachers hannahbmcalister1 https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284662467 https://bulimiaguide.org/school-strategies-for-assisting-students-with-eds/
    This site goes through how to create a school strategy, or program, to help students with eating disorders.

    https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/childrens-hospital/adolescent/eating-disorders/educators/how-to-help.aspx
    This article goes into how educators can help students with eating disorders. ]]>     2018-09-22 18:40:39 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahbmcalister1/3v5ygsajn32r/wish/284662467