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9 sie 2024 · Risk factors. Anorexia nervosa affects all gender identities, races, ages, incomes and body types. Anorexia also is more common among teenagers, although people of any age can develop this eating disorder. Teens may be more at risk because of all the changes their bodies go through during puberty.
17 sty 2023 · Research conducted within twins and family groups as well as large-scale genomic studies have indicated a genetic component to risk of Anorexia Nervosa (AN), Bulimia Nervosa (BN) and Binge Eating Disorder (BED) .
Learn about the biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors that increase the likelihood of developing an eating disorder, such as anorexia nervosa. Find out how genetics, dieting, perfectionism, weight stigma, and trauma can contribute to disordered eating.
28 sie 2023 · Risk factors for eating disorders include childhood obesity, female sex, mood disorders, personality traits (impulsivity and perfectionism), sexual abuse, or weight-related concerns from family or peer environments.
25 sie 2022 · This systematic review aims at identifying the main intrafamilial risk factors for anorexia nervosa, including maternal ones. Intrafamilial risk factors identified mostly regard family environment and relational issues, as well as family history of psychiatric diseases.
8 lis 2023 · Understanding the risk factors involved in the onset of EDs is essential for the development of effective prevention and early intervention programs.
The most credible evidence indicates that early traumatic and stressful events are risk factors for eating disorders. Larger collaborative prospective cohort studies are needed to identify risk factors for eating disorders, particularly anorexia nervosa.
