Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia nervosa is a prevalent eating disorder which has life-threatening consequences. There are two kinds of anorexics;  the kind who does not eat and the kind who eats minimally but who also purges. It is important to diagnose the problem as soon as possible as this improves the chances of recovery.  If you, or someone you know, suffers from anorexia nervosa, please make sure that you seek help as soon as possible.  Please use the links to find the answers to some of your questions.

Identification

Clinical Features/Observable Behaviours

Onset

Medical Complications with Purging/Without Purging

Psychological Causes with Purging/Without Purging

Historical Causes

Treatment for Anorexia Nervosa with purging/Without purging