Among feeding and eating disorders, Anorexia Nervosa is the most well-known. Perhaps its fame comes from cinematic portrayals (such as in the film To the Bone), but most of us have some idea—whether accurate or not—of what anorexia is and how dangerous it can be. Here, I’ll try to explain it in my own words.
In the previous post, we saw how eating behavior involves more than just the act of eating; it’s a more complex process that also includes food choices and how food is consumed.
Eating is a basic need—nothing new or complicated there. Modern society often discusses food: how to explore new cuisines, eat healthily, or prepare meals. However, in some cases, maintaining a regular and somewhat healthy diet can become so difficult that it qualifies as a mental disorder. But why does this happen?
