Anorexia nervosa

Published on June 13, 2017

Overview

Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder causing people to obsess about weight and what they eat.

Symptoms

Trying to maintain a below-normal weight, they may starve or exercise too much.

Treatments

Medical treatment may be needed to restore normal weight. Talk therapy can help with self-esteem and behavior changes.

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