Anorexia nervosa is a psychiatric disorder characterized by persistent restriction of food intake, fear of gaining weight and ...

A vibrating pill could help doctors determine if a patient with anorexia nervosa may have a higher risk of relapse, according to a new study by UCLA Health.

Anorexia and OCD are disorders that interconnect, often driven by obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Anorexia nervosa and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are two distinct mental health ...

Recovery from an eating disorder isn’t a single leap but a series of uncertain steps, often started before you feel truly ...

One-third of people with anorexia nervosa don’t recover and treatment has remained stagnant for years. Now we’re beginning to ...

A new study found a risk association between anorexia and early risers, further strengthening previous evidence of the link between disturbed sleep patterns and eating disorders. Freshly woken up ...

Anorexia can affect nearly every organ and body system. Over time, it can lead to endocrine, digestive, heart, fertility, and kidney issues. In the long term, anorexia can also affect relationships, ...

Patients with anorexia nervosa are at significantly increased risk for cardiovascular conditions such as congestive heart failure and cardiac arrest compared with people without an eating disorder, ...

Imagine a freshly cooked dinner, consisting of marinated steak, steamed vegetables and mashed potatoes with a mountain of butter cascading down the side. To top it off, a homemade hot fudge brownie ...

Research studies report that between 30 and 65 percent of individuals with anorexia have a history of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) that predates the onset of their eating disorder. The strong ...

Tens of millions of adults and teens in the U.S. are affected by a wide range of mental health disorders. The U.S. National Institute of Mental Health notes that some of the most common ones include ...