December 6, 2024
New Delhi, India
Health

Anorexia Nervosa

The World Health Organization (WHO) states, “A mental disorder is characterized by a clinically significant disturbance in an individual’s cognition, emotional regulation, or behaviour. It is usually associated with distress or impairment in important areas of functioning”. If we start counting, the existing number of diagnosable mental disorders is somewhere near 200, with more than

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Health Psychology

Understanding Bulimia Nervosa: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

17-year-old Riya struggles with issues related to her body image. She is insecure about her appearance and constantly thinks about her weight. She frequently goes through phases where she eats unusually huge meals quickly. She eats in private because she feels guilty and embarrassed about it. After eating, Riya forcefully vomits so she does not gain

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