Anorexia Nervosa

What is anorexia nervosa?

Anorexia nervosa (AN) is an eating disorder characterized by refusal to maintain weight within a healthy range, fear of weight gain, severe body disturbance and absence of three menstrual cycles. In addition, those with Anorexia Nervosa deny the seriousness of their illness. Anorexia nervosa is sometimes referred to as anorexia.

What causes anorexia nervosa?