Anorexia
Anorexia
Anorexia (/ˌænəˈrɛksiə/; from Ancient Greek: ἀν- an-, "not" + ὄρεξις órexis, "appetite") is a serious mental health disorder characterized by self-starvation and excessive weight loss.
Symptoms
Symptoms of anorexia include extreme thinness, intense fear of gaining weight, a distorted body image, and an intense pursuit of thinness. People with anorexia often deny that they have a problem and are unable to perceive the seriousness of their condition.
Causes
The exact cause of anorexia is unknown, but it is believed to be a combination of biological, psychological, and environmental factors. These may include genetic predisposition, personality traits, cultural ideals of thinness, and stressful life events.
Treatment
Treatment for anorexia typically involves a combination of medical, nutritional, and psychological therapies. This may include hospitalization, medication, nutritional counseling, and psychotherapy.
Related Terms
- Bulimia nervosa: A related eating disorder characterized by periods of binge eating followed by purging.
- Body dysmorphic disorder: A mental disorder characterized by the obsessive idea that some aspect of one's own body part or appearance is severely flawed.
- Eating disorders: A range of psychological disorders characterized by abnormal or disturbed eating habits.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Anorexia
- Wikipedia's article - Anorexia
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