GEP1018 Introduction to Eating DisordersBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementBologna CommissionNational Qualifications
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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
GEP1018 Introduction to Eating Disorders Fall
Spring
3 0 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: Turkish
Type of course: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. İLAYDA ÖZTÜRK ALTUNCEVAHİR
Course Lecturer(s): Assist. Prof. İLAYDA ÖZTÜRK ALTUNCEVAHİR
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to understand eating disorders and the importance of a multidisciplinary treatment approach.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Students who successfully complete this course;

1. Learn about the hunger-satiety mechanism.
2. Understand the development process of different eating disorders.
3. Learn about the treatment processes of different eating disorders.
4. Evaluate the relationship between eating disorders and other psychiatric diseases.

Course Content

In this course, eating disorders defined in DSM-V will be covered, multidisciplinary approaches in the treatment of eating disorders will be discussed, and comorbidities of these eating disorders will be understood.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the course, review of the syllabus, Review of the syllabus
2) Introduction to Eating Disorders, Digestive System Hunger-Satiation Mechanism Review of Lecture Notes
3) Anorexia nervosa Review of Lecture Notes
4) Blumia Nervosa Review of Lecture Notes
5) Binge eating syndrome Review of Lecture Notes
6) Other defined eating disorders Review of Lecture Notes
7) Rumination disorder Review of Lecture Notes
8) Midterm
9) Pica Review of Lecture Notes
10) Avoidant restricted food intake disorder Review of Lecture Notes
11) Orthorexia and Bigorexia Review of Lecture Notes
12) Comorbidities of Eating Disorders Review of Lecture Notes
13) Multidisciplinary approaches in the treatment of eating disorders Review of Lecture Notes
14) Course Evaluation Review of course notes

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:  DSM-5 Guidebook : The Essential Companion to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
Disorders, Fifth Edition
 Eating Disorders: A Comprehensive Guide to Medical Care and Complications, Mehler PS., Andersen AE.,
4th Edition.
 Mahan K.L., Raymond J.L. (ed.) (2017). Krause’s Food & the Nutrition Care Process (14th Edition),
Elsevier (ISBN: 9780323340755).
References:  DSM-5 Guidebook: The Essential Companion to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
Disorders, Fifth Edition
 Eating Disorders: A Comprehensive Guide to Medical Care and Complications, Mehler PS., Andersen AE.,
4th Edition.
 Mahan K.L., Raymond J.L. (ed.) (2017). Krause's Food & the Nutrition Care Process (14th Edition),
Elsevier (ISBN: 9780323340755).

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 1 % 10
Preliminary Jury 1 % 30
Final 1 % 60
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Study Hours Out of Class 13 6 78
Quizzes 1 6 6
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 127

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Being able to identify problems and ask right questions 2
2) Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude 1
3) Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail 3
4) Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education 4
5) Applying theoretical concepts in project planning 3
6) Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork 4
7) Increasing efficiency rate in business environment
8) Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty 3
9) Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business
10) Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding 2
11) Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology
12) Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life 3
13) Possessing managing skills and competence
14) Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations
15) Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment 3