Anorexia Nervosa by definition is a psycho physiological disorder usually occurring in young women that is characterized by an abnormal fear of becoming obese, a distorted self-image, a persistent unwillingness to eat, and severe weight loss. It is often accompanied by self-induced vomiting, excessive exercise, malnutrition, amenorrhea (Abnormal suppression or absence of menstruation), and other physiological changes.
             Anorexia Nervosa in real life, however, includes sometimes severe social ramifications. A person may be mocked because of their size. Due to the psychological impact this disorder has on people this may make the problem more severe than it already was. It is not uncommon for a person to lose a position on a team or club as well.
             Common symptoms of this disorder include:
             • Weight loss of at least 25% of body weight without physical illness
             • High energy level despite body wasting
             • Refusal to maintain a minimum standard weight for age and height
             • Distorted body image. The person continues to feel fat even when emaciated (To make or become extremely thin, especially as a result of starvation)
             • Cessation of menstrual periods
             Causes of this disorder are unknown. Some professionals believe the causes may include family and internal conflicts (sexual conflicts); phobia about putting on weight; changes in fashion (being slim is identified with beauty) or perhaps a symptom of depression or personality disorder. It has been proven that the risk increases when such things as peer pressure (to be thin), history of slight overweight, perfectionism, compulsive or overachieving personalities, low self-esteem; stress due to multiple responsibilities, tight schedules, and unfortunately, athletes and professionals such as ballet dancers, models, cheerlea
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