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What are the personality qualities and family dynamics of individuals who are most likely to exhibit anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and/or obesity? Do you see any similarities or differences in the cause of these eating problems? What are they?

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Family history is aligned with eating disorders.

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First off, as you look at family influences and factors within this topic, you might note the effects of unstable backgrounds. Research reports that "People who feel less secure in their families, whose parents and siblings may be overly critical, or whose families tease them about their appearance are at higher risk of eating disorders" (http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/eating-disorders/DS00294/DSECTION=risk-factors).

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