Glossary
Definitions of a number of terms helpful for the understanding of eating disorders and their symptoms.
Adipose Tissue
Adipose tissue defined in the context of human anatomy.
Adipose tissue defined in the context of human anatomy.
Amenorrhea
Definition of amenorrhea.
Definition of amenorrhea.
Anorectic
Definition of anorectic (in a number of different forms).
Definition of anorectic (in a number of different forms).
Anorexia Nervosa
A brief definition of anorexia nervosa, with links to deeper information as desired.
A brief definition of anorexia nervosa, with links to deeper information as desired.
Baryphobia
Baryphobia is perhaps an eating disorder, but being a "phobia" implies that it is a disorder based on anxiety.
Baryphobia is perhaps an eating disorder, but being a "phobia" implies that it is a disorder based on anxiety.
Binge Eating
Binge eating defined
Binge eating defined
Body Image
A definition of body image from the perspective of eating disorders. The body image of a person with an eating disorder is often far more negative than others' opinions of his or her body.
A definition of body image from the perspective of eating disorders. The body image of a person with an eating disorder is often far more negative than others' opinions of his or her body.
Body Mass Index (BMI)
Definition of Body Mass Index (BMI)
Definition of Body Mass Index (BMI)
Bulimarexia
Bulimarexia is an eating disorder term that has fallen from mainstream usage. Is it more like bulimia, or more like anorexia?
Bulimarexia is an eating disorder term that has fallen from mainstream usage. Is it more like bulimia, or more like anorexia?
CEDS
Definition of CEDS (Certified Eating Disorder Specialist)
Definition of CEDS (Certified Eating Disorder Specialist)
CEDSN
Definition of CEDSN
Definition of CEDSN
Comorbidity
Definition of comorbidity
Definition of comorbidity
Compulsive Overeating
Compulsive overeating affects us more often than we realize. Presents the definition of compulsive overeating.
Compulsive overeating affects us more often than we realize. Presents the definition of compulsive overeating.
Crash Diets
Crash diets defined, with notes on their effects. Crash diet plans are extremely popular, but no substitute for healthy eating.
Crash diets defined, with notes on their effects. Crash diet plans are extremely popular, but no substitute for healthy eating.
Dissociation
Provides a definition of dissociation, which is common among many people in the wake of trauma. There is speculation as to how dissociation occurs in the context of eating disorders.
Provides a definition of dissociation, which is common among many people in the wake of trauma. There is speculation as to how dissociation occurs in the context of eating disorders.
Diuretics
A definition of diuretics, particularly as they pertain to eating disorders.
A definition of diuretics, particularly as they pertain to eating disorders.
Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial
"Double-blind placebo-controlled trial" may roll off the tongue of a researcher, but what does it really mean?
"Double-blind placebo-controlled trial" may roll off the tongue of a researcher, but what does it really mean?
Dysmorphia
Dysmorphia in the medical community describes a part of the body that is out of proportion in some way. But many believe that their bodies are out of proportion when they aren't.
Dysmorphia in the medical community describes a part of the body that is out of proportion in some way. But many believe that their bodies are out of proportion when they aren't.
EDNOS
EDNOS, or Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified, is an eating disorder diagnosis that covers many kinds of disordered eating. EDNOS includes binge-eating disorder.
EDNOS, or Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified, is an eating disorder diagnosis that covers many kinds of disordered eating. EDNOS includes binge-eating disorder.
Electrolytes
Definition of electrolytes
Definition of electrolytes
Emetics
Definition of emetics, particularly as related to eating disorders.
Definition of emetics, particularly as related to eating disorders.
Enema
Definition of enema. Enemas create significant problems for those with eating disorders.
Definition of enema. Enemas create significant problems for those with eating disorders.
Hypokalemia
A definition of hypokalemia and its role in eating disorders.
A definition of hypokalemia and its role in eating disorders.
Kwashiorkor
Kwashiorkor is a form of malnutrition often found in parts of the world affected by shortages of food (including famine) and/or poor education.
Kwashiorkor is a form of malnutrition often found in parts of the world affected by shortages of food (including famine) and/or poor education.
Lanugo
Lanugo defined.
Lanugo defined.
Nutritionist
A nutritionist differs from a registered dietitian in training and certification. However, some nutritionists do have certifications.
A nutritionist differs from a registered dietitian in training and certification. However, some nutritionists do have certifications.
Orexins
Defines orexins, noting their effect on appetite and wakefulness.
Defines orexins, noting their effect on appetite and wakefulness.
Osteopenia
Definition of osteopenia.
Definition of osteopenia.
Osteoporosis
Definition of osteoporosis.
Definition of osteoporosis.
Pro-Ana
Definition of "pro-ana" (pro-anorexia).
Definition of "pro-ana" (pro-anorexia).
Pro-Mia
Definition of "pro-mia" (pro-bulimia).
Definition of "pro-mia" (pro-bulimia).
Purgatives
Definition of purgatives. Provides meaning of "purgatives," especially as related to eating disorders.
Definition of purgatives. Provides meaning of "purgatives," especially as related to eating disorders.
Purging
Purging defined
Purging defined
Registered Dietitian
Defines a registered dietitian. A registered dietitian has stronger credentials than a nutritionist.
Defines a registered dietitian. A registered dietitian has stronger credentials than a nutritionist.
Rexies
"Rexies" is a self-descriptive term for some users of pro-anorexia websites. What does it really mean?
"Rexies" is a self-descriptive term for some users of pro-anorexia websites. What does it really mean?
Set Point Theory
Definition of set point theory from an eating disorders perspective.
Definition of set point theory from an eating disorders perspective.
Social Isolation
Among the not-so-obvious effects of eating disorders is social isolation, often generated by shame in addition to fear.
Among the not-so-obvious effects of eating disorders is social isolation, often generated by shame in addition to fear.
SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor)
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are antidepressants that are often prescribed when eating disorders are present.
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are antidepressants that are often prescribed when eating disorders are present.
Thermogenesis
Definition of thermogenesis, with emphasis on its occurrence in the human body.
Definition of thermogenesis, with emphasis on its occurrence in the human body.
Thinspiration
Many people seek "thinspiration" as a way to urge themselves to get thinner or stay that way. What is thinspiration, and what does it hold for those who find it?
Many people seek "thinspiration" as a way to urge themselves to get thinner or stay that way. What is thinspiration, and what does it hold for those who find it?