PE 116 Chapter Notes - Chapter 8: Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Resting Metabolic Rate, Binge Eating Disorder
19 Jun 2018
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What Are Eating Disorders?
● Disordered eating is abnormal consumption of food that diminishes wellness but
usually doesn't last a long time.
● Eating disorders are disturbed patterns of eating that result in serious medical
problems and are long lasting.
● Body dysmorphic disorder is a psychological syndrome in which a person
becomes obsessed with a perceived physical defect.
Three common eating disorders:
– Anorexia nervosa
– Bulimia nervosa
– Binge eating disorder (BED)
● Eating disorders have distinctive symptoms and
identifiable features.
● Eating disorders can be effectively treated
through medical and psychological therapies.
Key Concepts in Achieving Weight Goals
● Recognize the role of metabolic rate:
– Basal metabolic rate (BMR)
– Resting metabolic rate (RMR)
● Recognize your body's set point—a preprogrammed weight that your body
returns to easily when you gain or lose small amounts of weight.
● Balance your energy equation—or to lose or gain
weight, "unbalance" that equation.
How Can I Create a Behavior Change Plan
for Weight Management?
● Assess your current weight and choose a
realistic goal.
● Contemplate weight management.
● Prepare for better weight management:
– Think about your beliefs and attitudes.
– Consider your goals.
– Identify your barriers to change.
– Visualize new behaviors.
● Take action:
– Commit to your goals.
– Set up a system of support.
– Improve your action plan.
● Establish a regular exercise program.
● Achieve weight maintenance.
