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Yes. I once read about a 17th century British Doctor Who described a 17-year-old girl who wouldn't eat as "a skeleton only clad with skin".
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What is the difference between the names anorexia nervosa and anorexia?
It is just a shorter version of the full name. Anorexia is short for Anorexia Nervosa. Therefore, Anorexia Nervosa is commonly referred to as Anorexia. (As is Bulimia. Bulimia is short for Bulimia Nervosa.)
What are some street names for anorexia?
i dont knoe if they're considered "street names" but some people call Anorexia "Ana" and also call Bulimia "Mia".
What are common names for Anorexia-Nervosa?
It is usually just referred to as "anorexia" or, in slang-terms, "ana".
How is anorexia different from nerovsa?
Their is not a difference between the two things. Anorexia Nervosa is the name of the actual eating disorder. The other eating disorder is Bulimia Nervosa, and it is different from Anorexia Nervosa.
What health concern related to anorexia was discussed in class as potentially leading to irreversible damage?
Osteoporosis is irreversible in people with anorexia. Other health conditions resulting from anorexia are generally reversible.
Names of eating disorders in mental illness?
anorexia nervosa and bulimia which are opposite when it comes to signs and symptoms
Does a personality disorder cause anorexia?
Not in and of itself, but personality or other mental problems can add in to case eating disroders like anorexia.
Is Anorexia can affect other person tho?
yeah, when you die.
Are certain types of people more likely to be effected by anorexia?
Perfectionists are more likely to be affected by anorexia than are other types of people.
What is the scientific name for Anorexia?
The scientific name for anorexia nervosa is Anorexia nervosa.
What does genetics have to do with anorexia?
It is considered that anorexia can sometimes have a genetic link. If a person (particularly a girl) has a diret biological family member, then it is possible that they might have a slightly higher risk of developing anorexia or other eating disorders.
Anorexia Treatment?
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