Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder in which a person starves the body due to fear of being too fat or becoming fat. It is a very real disorder of a psychological nature. It often is part of a problem with perfectionism and the desire to control their environment.

Anorexia nervosa affects mostly teenage females, but can be seen in the male as well although it’s often under diagnosed in men. Treatment and recovery of anorexia nervosa requires a joint effort on the part of a medical and psychological group, as well as excessive and continued support of the family of the anorexic.

Families can support the person with anorexia nervosa by offering a stable and loving environment and being attentive to the person who has this disorder. By being supportive of the person with anorexia nervosa family and friends will increase the chances of recovery. Coping strategies for anorexia nervosa require a great deal of patience, hope, and strength.

To help the person with anorexia nervosa in making a recovery you can be available to them and help them through by attending group and family therapy sessions. You can remind them that they are not alone in their efforts.

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