Anorexia Nervosa is a serious eating disorder that involves restrictive eating, an intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted body image. Due to its dietary nature, it impacts both mental and physical wellness. Although this makes it one of the most dangerous mental health conditions, treatment is possible.
What is Anorexia Nervosa?
Anorexia Nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by a severe fear of weight gain. It usually presents itself in self-starvation, restrictive eating, extreme exercise, purging, and excessive focus on body weight and shape. Left untreated, it can result in dangerous physical complications.
Common Symptoms of Anorexia Nervosa
- Distorted body image or self-perception
- Intense fear of weight gain
- Extreme food restriction or calorie counting
- Excessive exercise or other compensatory behaviors
- Significant weight loss and physical health decline
- Emotional distress, irritability, or withdrawal from others
Anorexia Nervosa Treatment
- Medications such as antidepressants or anti-anxiety medications may be prescribed to address related symptoms.
- Evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Family-Based Therapy (FBT) are highly effective.
- Nutritional support from dietitians or programs for restoring healthy eating habits.
- Ongoing monitoring through regular check-ins to track progress, encourage stability, and adjust treatment as needed.
How Reverent Health Psychiatry Can Help
Our approach to anorexia treatment emphasizes compassionate, collaborative care. We provide:
- Medication management for co-occurring conditions such as depression, anxiety, or obsessive thinking.
- Brief supportive therapy to help patients with coping skills and motivation for recovery.
- Referrals to specialized eating disorder therapy and nutritional counseling, as full therapy and dietetic support, are often essential.
- Holistic, trauma-informed care that recognizes the complex emotional and psychological roots of anorexia.
We partner with patients to develop treatment plans that address both emotional struggles and physical health needs.
You don’t have to face anorexia alone.
Begin your journey toward recovery by booking a confidential telehealth appointment with Reverent Health Psychiatry today.