What mental harm is caused by anorexia nervosa?

low self-esteem, feeling worthless or like you’re not good enough. Losing weight can start to feel like a sense of achievement or a way to feel a sense of worth. perfectionism. having another mental health conditions, particularly depression, self-harm and anxiety.

Is hair loss a long term effect of anorexia?

Hair loss can be a very distressing symptom for someone with anorexia to experience, but the true cause for concern is the high mortality rate among people with this disorder, which is between five and 10 percent. Eating disorders have a higher mortality rate than any other behavioral health disorder.

How long does it take to fully recover from anorexia?

I was shocked to find out over a year after I was diagnosed with anorexia that it takes years to fully recover from an eating disorder. Everyone is different and recovery time can vary based on how long you have had an eating disorder, your support system and resources and motivation for recovery.

What no one tells you about recovery from an eating disorder?

Here are 12 things no one tells you about eating disorder recovery. 1. It takes years to recover. I was shocked to find out over a year after I was diagnosed with anorexia that it takes years to fully recover from an eating disorder.

What are the physical side effects of anorexia nervosa?

Physical Side Effects of Anorexia Nervosa Binge-Purge Subtype: Swollen salivary glands (sialadenosis): Loss of tooth enamel: Acid reflux: Electrolyte abnormalities and dehydration: Search Eating Disorder Hope

What happens to your brain after an eating disorder?

The reality of dealing with your ‘recovered’ body after an eating disorder. The brain needs nutrition to function correctly, and a ‘starved brain’ cuts off creativity, spontaneity, flexibility and the ability to take pleasure in enjoyable things. Studies show that cognitive recovery is possible with full weight restoration,…