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If someone believes another person is suffering from anorexia what signs should they look out for?
If one believes someone is suffering from anorexia, there are a few different signs you could watch out for. If the individual has an intense fear of gaining weight or getting fat, regardless of the person's actual weight that may be a sign. The individual may also believe that their weight and size determines their worth and how they feel about themselves. Check for any misuse of laxatives as well.
What else can I help you with?
What is an anorectic?
An anorectic is another word for an anorexic, someone who suffers from anorexia nervosa.
What are some pieces of advice you could give someone suffering from anorexia bulimia or low self esteem?
Twice the taste, Zero the calories.
Who suffers from Anorexic?
Anorexic is the noun used to describe someone with anorexia nervosa. And anyone can have it. Anyone suffering from anxiety, delusions, abuse, or trauma is subject to this nasty mind disease. Anorexia is simply the medical term for loss of appetite, and isn't a disease but a symptom to be taken into account where other health issues are concerned. Anorexia doesn't mean aversion to food or refusal to eat, or any of the other symptoms we associate with the serious disease, Anorexia Nervosa. So if your doctor writes a note to another doctor saying you're suffering from anorexia, it simply means you've lost your appetite and not that you've Anorexia Nervosa or its associated conditions, which sometimes have no apparent - or traceable - trigger at all. A person suffering from Anorexia Nervosa needs prompt and specific support and treatment by professionals, as do sufferers of any nervous disease.
What was the old meaning of the word 'anorexia'?
I suppose you mean the literal meaning of anorexia? Today's culture defines anorexia as a disease in which someone deliberately starves themselves. The actual meaning of anorexia though is "without appetite." When attempting to form a diagnosis, a doctor might describe a patient as suffering from anorexia but that only means that they have no appetite. They aren't trying to deliberately starve to achieve a thinner body.
Where can a person suffering from anorexia get help?
There are numerous eating disorder hotlines and help centers that someone can call. They can also seek help with their local doctor, school physician, or family and friends.
An eating disorder in which the person refuses to eat?
That is a general characteristic of anorexia.
Can someone sue another for suffering a contusion when hit in auto accident?
A contusion is a "BRUISE". Sure, you can sue someone for anything but the real question is should you. Are you really suffering badly from your bruise?
Will I get more illnesses by being anorexic?
Yes, someone suffering from anorexia is at greater risk of illness because of a depleted immune system. It is recommended that a variety of vitamins and anti oxidants be added to your lifestyle.
What does anerestic mean?
An Anorexic person suffering from a is a psychological disorder called anorexia, which makes someone believe they will become fat if they eat. The disorder leads people to starve themselves putting their health in danger.
What do you call someone who believes in aliens?
A person who believes in aliens is often referred to as an "alien enthusiast" or someone who is "believes in extraterrestrial life."
What causes anorexia nervesa?
Anorexia Nervesa is caused when someone thinks that they are too fat (Someone who needs to be thin) so they basicly starve themselves in order to be thin.
What someone thinks or believes?
When someone thinks that means they have there own opinion. When someone believes something that means they think it is right.
