Chapter 8

Diagnose the sleep problems of the cases here using one of the following: (a) nocturnal eating syndrome, (b) sleep terrors, and (c) nightmares. Jaclyn’s dad is sometimes awakened by his daughter’s screams. He runs to Jaclyn’s room to comfort her and is eventually able to calm her down. Jaclyn usually explains that she was being chased by a big, one-eyed, purple monster. The events typically happen after watching scary movies with friends. ______________

Match the following descriptions of sleeping problems with the correct term: (a) cataplexy, (b) hypersomnolence disorder, (c) insomnia disorder, (d) sleep apnea, (e) sleep paralysis, (f) narcolepsy, (g) circadian rhythm sleep disorder, and (h) breathing-related sleep disorder. Timothy wakes up frequently every night because he feels he is about to hyperventilate. He can't seem to get enough air, and many times his wife will wake him to tell him to quit snoring. He is suffering from a(n)__________.

Check your understanding of eating disorders by identifying the proper disorder in the following scenarios: (a) bulimia nervosa, (b) anorexia nervosa, and (c) binge-eating disorder. Manny has been having episodes lately when he eats prodigious amounts of food. He's been putting on a lot of weight because of it _________.

Mark the following statements about the causes and treatment of eating disorders as either true (T) or false (F) Many young women with eating disorders have a diminished sense of personal control and confidence in their own abilities and talents, are perfectionists, and/ or are intensely preoccupied with how they appear to others.

Diagnose the sleep problems of the cases here using one of the following: (a) nocturnal eating syndrome, (b) sleep terrors, and (c) nightmares. Sho-jen’s parents hear her piercing screams on many nights and rush to comfort her, but she does not respond. During these episodes, her heart rate is elevated, and her pajamas are soaked in sweat. When she gets up the next day, however, she has no memory of the experience. ______________

Check your understanding of eating disorders by identifying the proper disorder in the following scenarios: (a) bulimia nervosa, (b) anorexia nervosa, and (c) binge-eating disorder. I noticed Elena eating a whole pie, a cake, and two bags of potato chips the other day when she didn't know I was there. She ran to the bathroom when she was finished and it sounded like she was vomiting. This disorder can lead to an electrolyte imbalance, resulting in serious medical problems. _____________.

Mark the following statements about the causes and treatment of eating disorders as either true (T) or false (F) Biological limitations, as well as the societal pressure to use diet and exercise to achieve nearly impossible weight goals, contribute to the high numbers of people with anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.

Diagnose the sleep problems of the cases here using one of the following: (a) nocturnal eating syndrome, (b) sleep terrors, and (c) nightmares. Jack has made a serious commitment to his diet for more than a month but continues to gain weight. He has no memory of eating but noticed that food is always missing from the refrigerator. ______________

Jaime sometimes awakens and cannot move or speak. This is a particularly frightening experience known as ______.

Check your understanding of eating disorders by identifying the proper disorder in the following scenarios: (a) bulimia nervosa, (b) anorexia nervosa, and (c) binge-eating disorder. Joo-Yeon eats large quantities of food in a short time. She then takes laxatives and exercises for long periods to prevent weight gain. She has been doing this almost daily for several months and feels she will become worthless and ugly if she gains even an ounce. _______________

Mark the following statements about the causes and treatment of eating disorders as either true (T) or false (F) Antidepressants help individuals overcome anorexia nervosa but have no effect on bulimia nervosa.

Check your understanding of eating disorders by identifying the proper disorder in the following scenarios: (a) bulimia nervosa, (b) anorexia nervosa, and (c) binge-eating disorder. Kirsten has lost several pounds and now weighs less than 90 pounds. She eats only a small portion of the food her mother serves her and fears that intake above her current 500 calories daily will make her fat. since losing the weight, Kirsten has stopped having periods. She sees a fat person in the mirror. __________

Mark the following statements about the causes and treatment of eating disorders as either true (T) or false (F) Cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) are both successful treatments for bulimia nervosa, although CBT is the preferred method.

Fill in the blanks to make the following statements correct about the treatment of sleep disorders. Carl’s doctor suggested some relatively simple lifestyle changes otherwise known as good ______________ when he expressed concern about developing a sleep disorder.

Mark the following statements about the causes and treatment of eating disorders as either true (T) or false (F) Attention must be focused on dysfunctional attitudes about body shape in anorexia, or relapse will most likely occur after treatment.