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Sadly, most people tend to believe that only thin people are attractive BUT this not true and with the media and fashion industries constantly showing thin women as the ideal shape, this only strengthens people's beliefs about what the ideal body should be.
Anorexia is believed to affects one or two out of every hundred teenagers. It is 20 times more common with the girls than boys. The affected person usually loses more than 1/6 of their body weight and sometimes much much more. This happens because they refuse to eat because of the fear that they will gain weight. Other reasons that may have developed Anorexia include personal issues such as insecurity, abuse, family problems, the fight for independence or even the pressure to be a high achiever.
There is no doubt that Anorexia can have serious or fatal consequences.
Some medical problems associated with Anorexia are:
Yes, it is a fact that Anorexia can destroy your life BUT it can also be overcome. Anorexia can be treated and a healthy weight restored. Most cases of Anorexia would require assistance from specialists, psychiatrist or a psychologist. By accepting ourselves for who we are, we may be able to prevent any signs of Anorexia.