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'''Anorexia nervosa''' is a disorder in which the individual has a body image distortion and an intense fear of becoming [[overweight]] and therefore eats far too little to sustain normal body functions. It usually manifests itself in an extremely unhealthy body image.  If left untreated, it can lead to serious physiology injury or death.   

'''Anorexia nervosa''' is a [[syndrome]] marked by severe [[crash diet]]ing and [[fast]]ing, often motivated by a belief that one is "too fat" despite being well below average weight.

 

It is a disorder in which the individual has a body image distortion and an intense fear of becoming [[overweight]] and therefore eats far too little to sustain normal body functions. It usually manifests itself in an extremely unhealthy body image.  If left untreated, it can lead to serious physiology injury or death.   

*Anorexia is more than just a problem with food. It is a way of using food or starving oneself to feel more in control of life and to ease tension, anger, and anxiety. Most people with anorexia are female.<ref>[http://www.4women.gov/faq/easyread/anorexia-etr.htm]</ref>

*Anorexia is more than just a problem with food. It is a way of using food or starving oneself to feel more in control of life and to ease tension, anger, and anxiety. Most people with anorexia are female.<ref>[http://www.4women.gov/faq/easyread/anorexia-etr.htm]</ref>