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Anorexia

Noun - Medical Condition

Anorexia refers to an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to severe food restriction and excessive weight loss.

Example Sentence:

She was diagnosed with anorexia and was admitted to the hospital for treatment.

Noun - Loss of Appetite

Anorexia also refers to a medical symptom or condition where an individual experiences a lack of desire to eat, resulting in significant weight loss.

Example Sentence:

Due to his illness, he suffered from anorexia and struggled to maintain a healthy weight.

Noun - Psychology

In psychology, anorexia can be defined as a mental disorder where a person has an extreme obsession with having a thin body and restrains their food intake, leading to extremely low body weight.

Example Sentence:

The therapist specialized in treating individuals with anorexia, helping them develop healthier body perceptions.

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