Excerpt from Socioeconomic Status and Binge Eating Disorder:
"Reagan and Hersch’s study of the correlation between socioeconomic status and binge eating disorder was undertaken because this disorder has become more widespread over the recent years (2005). Doctors and scientist are trying to discover, not only why the prevalence of this disorder is increasing, but also why this disorder occurs in the first place (Thompson-Brenner, Thompson, et. al, 2001). Studies done by scientists Reagan and Hersch contrast the results of similar studies carried out by Thompson-Brenner, Thompson et. al (Reagan and Hersch, 2005; Thompson-Brenner et. al 2001). In Reagan and Hersch’s study no significant correlation was found between various socioeconomic factors and the development of binge eating disorder, where as in Thompson-Brenner, et. al.’s study, a slight racial influence upon the prevalence of the disease was found (Reagan and Hersch, 2005; Thompson-Brenner, et. al, 2001). In addition, Thompson-Brenner, et. al found variations in gender, rather than race and/or income and education levels. The studies evaluated showed error in precision and consistency (Reagan and Hersch, 2005; Thompson-Brenner, Thompson, et. al, 2001; Schelling et. al, 2011). The question still remains: how does a one’s socioeconomic status influence him or her having binge eating disorder? Therefore, the purpose of my systematic review is to close the gap between specific influencing socioeconomic factors and the development of binge eating disorder."
Excerpt from Anorexia Nervosa:
"Anorexia nervosa most seriously affects hormones, both in men and women. However, it can have more extreme repercussions for women. The affects of anorexia nervosa predominantly lower reproductive hormones, thyroid hormones, stress hormones and growth hormones. In lowering growth hormones, most specifically in children and adolescents, stunted growth often occurs. As a result of affecting reproductive hormones, estrogen and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) levels are lowered (Health Guide, n.d.). DHEA is a less predominant male hormone, but still does affect bone health (Health Guide, 2001). Estrogen is not only a key factor in reproduction in women, but also important for heart and bone health. Lowering reproductive hormones also stops menstruation and can cause irregular period in women. This negatively affects a woman’s fertility and possibility of getting pregnant. In severe anorexia, it is difficult and sometimes impossible to regulate menstruation again. Women who conceive before regaining complete health after struggling with anorexia nervosa have a higher risk of miscarriage, cesarean section and giving birth to an infant with low birth weight or birth defects. In addition, women with a history of anorexia nervosa, have a higher risk of postpartum depression after pregnancy. Overall, women with anorexia nervosa or those who have undergone treatment for anorexia nervosa have a harder time conceiving, including using fertility treatments. (Health Guide, n.d.)"
"Reagan and Hersch’s study of the correlation between socioeconomic status and binge eating disorder was undertaken because this disorder has become more widespread over the recent years (2005). Doctors and scientist are trying to discover, not only why the prevalence of this disorder is increasing, but also why this disorder occurs in the first place (Thompson-Brenner, Thompson, et. al, 2001). Studies done by scientists Reagan and Hersch contrast the results of similar studies carried out by Thompson-Brenner, Thompson et. al (Reagan and Hersch, 2005; Thompson-Brenner et. al 2001). In Reagan and Hersch’s study no significant correlation was found between various socioeconomic factors and the development of binge eating disorder, where as in Thompson-Brenner, et. al.’s study, a slight racial influence upon the prevalence of the disease was found (Reagan and Hersch, 2005; Thompson-Brenner, et. al, 2001). In addition, Thompson-Brenner, et. al found variations in gender, rather than race and/or income and education levels. The studies evaluated showed error in precision and consistency (Reagan and Hersch, 2005; Thompson-Brenner, Thompson, et. al, 2001; Schelling et. al, 2011). The question still remains: how does a one’s socioeconomic status influence him or her having binge eating disorder? Therefore, the purpose of my systematic review is to close the gap between specific influencing socioeconomic factors and the development of binge eating disorder."
Excerpt from Anorexia Nervosa:
"Anorexia nervosa most seriously affects hormones, both in men and women. However, it can have more extreme repercussions for women. The affects of anorexia nervosa predominantly lower reproductive hormones, thyroid hormones, stress hormones and growth hormones. In lowering growth hormones, most specifically in children and adolescents, stunted growth often occurs. As a result of affecting reproductive hormones, estrogen and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) levels are lowered (Health Guide, n.d.). DHEA is a less predominant male hormone, but still does affect bone health (Health Guide, 2001). Estrogen is not only a key factor in reproduction in women, but also important for heart and bone health. Lowering reproductive hormones also stops menstruation and can cause irregular period in women. This negatively affects a woman’s fertility and possibility of getting pregnant. In severe anorexia, it is difficult and sometimes impossible to regulate menstruation again. Women who conceive before regaining complete health after struggling with anorexia nervosa have a higher risk of miscarriage, cesarean section and giving birth to an infant with low birth weight or birth defects. In addition, women with a history of anorexia nervosa, have a higher risk of postpartum depression after pregnancy. Overall, women with anorexia nervosa or those who have undergone treatment for anorexia nervosa have a harder time conceiving, including using fertility treatments. (Health Guide, n.d.)"