Vol. 12, Issue 5 (2023)

Author(s):
Navdeep Kaur

Abstract:
A continuous disturbance of eating or related behavior that results in changed food consumption or absorption, considerably compromising physical health or psychological and social functioning, is classified as an eating disorder. Eating disorders are psychological illness characterized by abnormal eating behaviors which might include insufficient or excessive food consumption, causing physical and mental suffering. The most frequent types of eating disorders are bulimia nervosa (BN) and anorexia nervosa (AN). An eating disorder is serious complex mental health issues that one’s affects emotional and physical health. People with eating disorders develop an unhealthy relationships with food, their weight or appearance. AN, BN, and BED (Binge eating disorder) are all types of eating disorders. Eating disorders are treatable, people with untreated eating disorders may develop life-threating problems. Eating disorders are caused by several complex factors including genetics, brain biology, personality, cultural and social ideals and mental health issues. It examines how the brain’s system contributes to the development of eating disorders and identifies potential targets for pharmaceutical and psychological treatments.