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Psychological explanations for anorexia nervosa

Psychological explanations for anorexia nervosa

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Maya is extremely underweight but is convinced that her thighs and midsection are far wider than those of the elite fitness bloggers she subscribes to on video-sharing platforms. She rigidly restricts her food intake and spends hours checking her reflection in the mirror from multiple angles. At home, Maya's family never discusses disagreements or emotional distress, choosing instead to ignore tensions. Her parents heavily control her life, choosing her university course, managing her friendships, and leaving her with no personal privacy. Furthermore, Maya's mother is constantly on a restrictive diet and frequently makes self-deprecating remarks about her own weight and body shape.

Discuss one or more psychological explanations for anorexia nervosa. Refer to Maya in your answer.

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