Description of postulated pathophysiologic mechanisms of the disorder

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 to 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?