Neuropsychiatric Condition
Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are severe mental health conditions that involve disordered eating behaviors and distorted body image. They can lead to serious physical and psychological complications. Common types are:
- Substance Addiction: A condition characterized by self-starvation, intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted perception of body image.
- Bulimia Nervosa: Involves cycles of binge eating followed by purging through vomiting, excessive exercise, or laxative use.
- Binge Eating Disorder: Repeated episodes of consuming large quantities of food uncontrollably, often leading to obesity and associated health risks.