Case Study 5: Chapter 14 Case Study: Eating Disorder in Young Adult
Brandy is a 19-year-old woman who completed her first year of college. Before starting school, she was excited about moving away from home and her overprotective parents, but college life and her classes proved to be more stressful and difficult than she expected. Brandy became overly concerned about her body weight and shape.
To prevent putting on weight, Brandy avoided eating anything she thought would make her gain body fat. She used an app to track everything she ate and drank. By the end of the school year, Brandy was working out for 2 hours a day while eating no more than 800 kcal daily.
1. Based on the information provided, which eating disorder is most likely?
2. What factors may have contributed to the eating disorder?
3. Explain the kinds of treatment Brandy is likely to receive for the eating disorder.
– It is encouraged that you research your answers, and using APA format 7th edition, cite any sources using in-text citations with a formal reference at the end of your assignment.
– a minimum word is not required but each question should be at least a paragraph.
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