What is Atypical Anorexia? (& Why It’s a Dangerous Term)
Did you know that less than 6% of people with eating disorders are medically diagnosed as “underweight”? When most people think of anorexia, an image of a highly underweight, young girl often comes to mind. But, the reality is that many people experience the harmful symptoms and consequences of anorexia without meeting the significantly low […]
Understanding Anorexia Nervosa: What It Is, Symptoms, and Treatment
An estimated 9% of the U.S. population, or 28.8 million Americans, will struggle with an eating disorder at some point in their lifetime. Among the several types of eating disorders, anorexia nervosa is a severe condition involving an intense fear of weight gain and restrictive eating behaviors used in an attempt to control one’s body […]