# Anorexia Nervosa

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R9nB8qcUs6VLcyZcPsiJwhS

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Anorexic Disorder

**Alternative Labels:**

- Anorexia

## Definition

Anorexia Nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image leading to severe food restriction and extreme weight loss. Individuals with this disorder may also engage in excessive exercise, purging, or other behaviors to prevent weight gain.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RCfOoWbuAOqLv617rVNcHYh

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