Atypical anorexia nervosa: Difference between revisions

Anorexia Nervosa, often referred to simply as [[Anorexia]], is a severe eating disorder characterized by a persistent fear of [[gaining weight]], a distorted body image, and an [[unwillingness]] to maintain a [[healthy]] body weight. The condition can have [[catastrophic]] effects if left untreated, including [[starvation, electrolyte imbalances, cardiac issues, and death]].Atypical Anorexia Nervosa is a term used to describe individuals who display symptoms of [[Anorexia Nervosa]] but do not meet all of the [[DSM-5]] diagnostic criteria for the illness. Despite not meeting the full criteria, these individuals still experience significant [[distress and impairment]] related to [[food and body image]].