Eating Disorders

Choong Zhi Ling; Yogarabindranath Swarna Nantha

doi:10.1007/978-981-97-7640-5_87

Eating Disorders

Choong Zhi Ling
, Yogarabindranath Swarna Nantha

Malaysia Jeffrey Cheah Sch of Med & HS

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Abstract

Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions marked by abnormal eating behaviors that impair physical health and psychosocial functioning. They include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), and other specified or unspecified feeding or eating disorders. Each has distinct diagnostic criteria, often involving distorted body image, fear of weight gain, or persistent food avoidance. Assessment includes psychological evaluation, physical examination, and relevant investigations. Management requires a multidisciplinary approach combining nutritional support, psychotherapy (e.g., CBT), and pharmacotherapy where appropriate. Early detection and tailored intervention are key to improving outcomes and preventing long-term complications.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Screen, Diagnose, Manage and Monitor
Subtitle of host publication	A GP Primer to Common Clinical Problems
Editors	Yogarabindranath Swarna Nantha
Place of Publication	Singapore
Publisher	Springer
Chapter	87
Pages	765–775
Number of pages	11
Edition	1st
ISBN (Electronic)	9789819776405
ISBN (Print)	9789819776399
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-7640-5_87
Publication status	Published - 2025

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