Abstract
This paper describes anorexia nervosa, some of its causes and health consequences. The paper notes that this is a potentially life-threatening disorder, with its prevalence seen as a consequence of the social pressure to be thin at all costs. Research shows the nature of the disorder, its consequences, some of its causes, treatments, and its prevalence in the population, suggesting that the problem may be growing more common and that this could be a result of unrealistic expectations regarding body image. The paper discusses how anorexia is more common among females than males, though it can affect both. The disorder is estimated to be found in one of every two hundred females aged 12 to 18, with males accounting for only five to ten percent of all cases. Anorexia affects people of all races, though most of the sufferers are white. It is believed that this may reflect socio-economic factors more than racial factors.

Tags:anorexia, cause, treatment

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The first section of this paper looks at anorexia in today's context from a medical point of view. Then the paper examines one of the earliest known cases of anorexia from the holy Bible. The paper analyzes the case in detail and then goes on to look at what the Bible says about fasting and how and why it should be done and what the final outcome should be.

From the Paper
"The focus of this paper is look at Anorexia from the point of view of the bible and holy women. The first section of this paper will look at Anorexia in today's context from a medical point of view. Then we will go on to examine one of the earliest known cases of Anorexia from the Holy Bible. The paper analyzes the case in detail and then goes on to look at what the bible says about fasting and how and why it should be done and what the final outcome should be."

Tags:anorexia, holy, christianity

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In this article, the writer looks at how anorexia nervosa is completely centered in body image distortion, or on how the woman perceives herself as occupying space. The two main issues covered in this paper are: (1) how the body image disturbance develops and (2) the reason why so many women feel pressured into self-starvation. The writer discusses that anorexia reflects the inferior position of women in a male-dominated space, the opposition between men and women and a means either of conformity or resistance to domination.

From the Paper
"Women have been starving themselves throughout history because of changing rationales and pressures to occupy less space. The pressures began with religion and continue under the capitalist system with its emphasis on delayed gratification. Salter points out just how prevalent a problem anorexia is throughout North America when she states that "more than half the female population between the ages of 15 and 50 years suffer from some form of eating problem"."

Tags:anorexia, women, space

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This paper gives an in-depth discussion of bbsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), which is described as a mental disorder that takes several different forms. According to the paper, OCD is usually characterized by compulsive behaviors caused by repetitive thoughts out of the control of the person suffering the disorder.In particular, the paper details a report on students suffering from OCD and its link to anorexia nervosa.

From the Paper
"Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental disorder that takes several different forms but that is usually characterized by compulsive behaviors caused by repetitive thoughts out of the control of the person suffering the disorder. Researchers have examined the many different ways in which this issue is manifested and have considered causes and treatments. Roberts (2006) reports on research on students suffering from this disorder to show aspects of the link between anorexia nervosa and obsessive-compulsive disorder, a link noted before but which here is considered in terms of the specific subtypes of obsessive-compulsive disorder, which may involve checking, ordering, contamination, and so on."

Tags:anorexia, nervosa, ocd

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The paper reveals that the origins of anorexia nervosa or self-starvation extend back to Aristotle who emphasized women's unequal position and lack of rationality. However, the paper asserts that the outstanding influence on women in the West has been Christian dualism, which is based in dichotomy between the body and soul. The paper explains that the soul, which is meant for eternal life, is to be given total attention; the body, and especially woman's body, is a source of temptation and is evil. The paper shows how this belief was exemplified before Christ in asceticism, and then promoted by saints such as Augustine.

From the Paper
"The origins of anorexia nervosa or self-starvation extend back to Aristotle who emphasized women's unequal position and lack of rationality. However, the outstanding influence on women in the West has been Christian dualism, which is based in dichotomy between the body and soul. The soul which is meant for eternal life is to be given total attention; the body, and especially woman's body, is a source of temptation and is evil. This belief was exemplified before Christ in asceticism, and then promoted by..."

Tags:history, treatment, anorexia

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This paper looks at celebrity campaigns and how effective they are in promoting disease prevention among the general public. It looks at how the medical community views these campaigns, the veracity of the information they portray, the role of paid spokespersons and gives some examples of campaigns by celebrities for specific diseases. It suggests a plan for a campaign to publicize anorexia nervosa.

From the Paper
"No large-scale campaign has ever been raised to bring awareness to anorexia nervosa - a devastating disease in which people starve themselves sometimes to death because of a distorted body image ..."

Tags:anorexia nervosa, celebrities

Abstract
This paper looks at anorexia nervosa as a public health issue. The paper assesses the growth of the disorder over recent years and the public health consequences of the rise in reported cases of the disorder. The paper also provides an overview of the risk factors -- including personality types and other personal characteristics -- and treatment.

Tags:anorexia nervosa, self-starvation eating disorder

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This paper examines what pro-anorexia websites are, who visits them, and why they are a significant danger both to women who already have eating disorders, as well as potentially inspiring such disorders in others. It also examines whether or not a ban on such websites is necessary or even a possibility.

From the Paper
"The advent of the Internet has, as in the case of every human invention, created a wealth of opportunities for many. But while some are using the Internet to help, others seek to spread dangerous information anonymously, everything from instructions on building bombs to the disturbing trend of "pro-anorexia" groups and websites. As awareness of these controversial sites grows, so does the never-ending debate over whether to ban sites containing information labeled as dangerous, an action I feel would be outright censorship, and for that reason, among others, am strongly opposed to."

Tags:amendment, ana, anorexia, bulimia, disorders, eating, free, pro, speech, website

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The writer of this paper details the symptoms of anorexia nervosa which are characterized by weight loss, lowered body temperature, lowered blood pressure, slowed heart rate, thinning hair, fatigue and other signs of malnutrition. This paper details the four criteria that an affected person must meet in order to be diagnosed with anorexia which includes maintaining a body weight that on average is more than 15% below normal as well as having a distorted view of their overall body image. This paper discusses which people are more susceptible to this particular eating disorder. The writer delves into the various reasons certain individuals become afflicted with anorexia. One belief is that people develop anorexia due to the need to control themselves and their lives. Food intake and weight can be controlled as compared to other aspects of life which are out of the hands of most people, such as separation due to death or divorce. This well-researched paper details the dangers of anorexia, that range from mild to severe. It is estimated that some 20% of anorexics die due to complications linked to heart, kidney or other organ failure. The writer also details the various treatments in controlling anorexia, including the 12-step program, based on Alcoholics Anonymous.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Diagnosis
Anorexic Stereotypes
The Psychological/Biological Aspects of Anorexia
The Reasons for Anorexia
The Dangers of Anorexia
Recovery and Treatment
Conclusion
References

From the Paper
"As to the types of personalities that are likely to develop anorexia nervosa, it appears that most of them have rather normal preadolescent and teen lives, yet the females, at some point in the development, take on fragility and a lack of inner strength related to coping with loss, such as in divorce, the death of a loved family member or some type of early and traumatic separation. In contrast, some females may have experienced a traumatic event and in order to cope with it turned to excessive eating patterns which in the long term evolved in anorexia. However, it is true that any person regardless of sex or gender can become afflicted with anorexia which indicates that the individual creates and sets the future patterns for eating disorders."

Tags:mental, health, nutrition, starvation, medical, treatment

Abstract
This paper explains that anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder in which a patient shows loss of appetite in eating, as well as loss of sensation to hunger. The author points out that, due to lack of the needed nourishment for the body, caused by the constant inability of the patient to eat, an anorexic may experience gradual deterioration of physical health, which, if not properly treated, may lead to the patient's death. The paper relates that nutritionists suggest that there are several methods and techniques to prevent an adolescent from becoming an anorexic, including cautious behavior of the people around the environment of an adolescent to demonstrate positive views about eating.

Table of Contents
Introduction
Medical Symptoms and Complications Associated with Anorexia Nervosa
What is Anorexia Nervosa?
Factors Causing Anorexia Nervosa
Symptoms of Anorexia Nervosa
Complications of Anorexia Nervosa
Medical Problems
Psychological Problems
Problems Caused to the People around the Patient
Preventive Strategies for Both Genders in Adolescence
Treatment Strategies
Therapeutic Strategies
Conclusion

From the Paper
"There are diverse individuals that may be involved around the environment of an anorexic adolescent. This includes the parents, the educators, and the medical professionals. These individuals can help adolescents with anorexia nervosa to prevent the disorder from worsening. They can become instrumental mediums in encouraging adolescents to keep in good fit and in healthy conditions, both physically and psychologically."

Tags:appetite, hunger, death, therapies, strategies