Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia Nervosa is a condition characterised by an intense fear of gaining weight.  

People with Anorexia struggle to maintain a balanced and healthy body image, leading them to feel they are overweight even when they are in fact dangerously underweight.  As a result of the illness they will avoid or severely restrict food intake and may weigh themselves repeatedly due to anxiety about gaining weight.  

Anorexia is a complex mental illness that can affect people of all ages.  It can result in severe physical issues such as malnutrition, weakened bones and heart problems.   Whilst these can become life threatening, with the proper treatment, we can help people recover.