Rohan Kapoor Rohan Kapoor Asked 8 months ago

Is anorexia a mental health disorder?

A friend of mine has been struggling with very disordered eating habits, and someone mentioned the term 'anorexia.' I'm trying to understand it better to support them. Is anorexia officially classified as a mental health disorder, or is it primarily a physical eating problem?

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Sneha Iyengar Sneha Iyengar Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago
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Yes, anorexia nervosa is primarily classified as a serious mental health disorder, even though it has severe physical effects on the body. Since hormonal issues like thyroid imbalances can also affect weight and appetite, it is crucial to seek a thorough medical evaluation from both a therapist and a doctor.

Rohan Kamath Rohan Kamath Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Yes, it is a mental health disorder where people have a severe fear of gaining weight. For anyone recovering, starting with very gentle physical activities like short walks is good, but only if their doctor and therapist allow it based on their nutrition levels.

Aditya Shinde Aditya Shinde Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Yes yaar, it is actually a serious psychiatric illness. It's not just about wanting to be thin, it's a deep-rooted mental struggle with body image and control. If someone is going through this, they need proper therapy and medical support, not just diet advice.

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Sarabjit Singh Sarabjit Singh Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Yes, it is indeed a recognized mental health disorder. It requires lots of patience, love, and professional psychological support to overcome.

Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Absolutely, anorexia is a complex eating disorder and a classified mental health condition. It involves extreme anxiety about weight gain and a distorted body perception. The treatment must involve psychotherapy alongside medical management.

Nidhi Shah Nidhi Shah Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, it is a psychological eating disorder that goes far beyond simple dieting. People suffering from it need structured nutritional rehabilitation to rebuild a healthy relationship with food, alongside proper mental health therapy.

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Meera Saxena Meera Saxena Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

As a parent, I can tell you that it is definitely a mental health struggle that deeply affects the whole family. It requires a lot of love, patience, and professional help from psychologists to help a child heal. Please seek specialized care for them as early as possible.

Sanjay Verma Sanjay Verma Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Yes, it is a psychological condition. Since professional psychiatric therapy and nutritional counseling can get quite expensive in India, it's wise to look for government hospital psychiatric departments or pocket-friendly counseling services to plan your expenses long-term.

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