Compare/contrast Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa in terms of the following parameters:

• Age-appropriate, culturally responsive, comprehensive assessment.
• Description of postulated pathophysiologic mechanisms of the disorder- these should be linked to common symptoms observed in clients who present with this illness.
• What behaviors on the part of the client (with either condition) would lead you to believe that they may be experiencing a psychiatric emergency?
• Develop a general treatment plan for either disorder- what evidence-based psychotherapies would you plan include? What evidence-based psychopharmacologic approaches (if any) would be appropriate?
• Discuss any legal/ethical issues inherent in the care of the individual with either condition (Anorexia Nervosa or Bulimia Nervosa).
• How would you know if the care of this client (either in an acute episode or chronic care) exceeded your clinical competence? How would you proceed with the client’s care in this case?
• What other professionals would you consider including in the care/treatment of this client, and why?

Due Date: First initial posting to the required threaded discussion topic is due by Friday, 11:59 pm EST.

Peer and instructor responses are due by Tuesday 11:59 pm EST. Please note points will be deducted for same day post.

Total Points Possible:  50 points.

Age-appropriate, culturally responsive, comprehensive assessment.

The median age of onset of anorexia nervosa is between 12 and 25 years old. Sadly, this condition does not only affect those diagnosed with it but also their close relatives and friends. Similarly, bulimia nervosa affects ladies who are in their teens and those from a high social, economic background.

Some studies find no significant ethnic differences in the prevalence of anorexia nervosa. The diagnosis rates of anorexia vary among different cultures and change across time as cultures evolve. In fact, culture is among the leading etiological factors leading to the development of eating disorders. The issue of bulimia in different cultures is convoluted since it differs for people of diverse races, religions, and socio-economic incomes. The disorder affects the are rich, diverse, and varied differently. APA