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What is Anorexia Nervosa?

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What is Anorexia Nervosa? Anorexia Nervosa Explanation : What is Anorexia Nervosa? Introduction: Anorexia nervosa is a type of mental illness that has serious effects on the body, emotions, and social life. People of all ages and genders can go through anorexia nervosa. Usually, anorexia nervosa begins during the teenage years. It's important to start treatment early with a team of healthcare experts for the best chance of getting better. What is Anorexia Nervosa? Anorexia nervosa is a mental illness that can affect the body, emotions, and how you interact with others. People who have anorexia nervosa: Often become very focused on food, weight, or how their body looks. This can lead to losing a lot of weight and becoming malnourished. Might eat very little a nd exercise a lot. Could sometimes eat too much in a short time (binge eating). Have a strong fear of gaining weight, even if they're already very thin. Sometimes, they might experience a type of anorexia where they lose a ...