Orthorexia nervosa
Orthorexia nervosa (pronunciation: or-tho-rex-ia ner-vo-sa) is a term that was first used by Dr. Steven Bratman in 1997. The term is derived from the Greek words "orthos," meaning "right" or "correct," and "orexis," meaning "appetite."
Orthorexia nervosa is not officially recognized as a distinct eating disorder by the medical community, such as in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). However, it is increasingly being studied and discussed in the field of psychology and psychiatry.
Definition
Orthorexia nervosa is characterized by an extreme or excessive preoccupation with eating food believed to be healthy. The individual obsessively avoids foods perceived as unhealthy or impure, which can lead to nutritional deficiencies and other health problems.
Symptoms
Symptoms of orthorexia nervosa may include, but are not limited to, obsessive concern over the relationship between food choices and health concerns, such as avoiding foods due to fears of disease or uncleanliness, severe distress if strict dietary rules are violated, and an excessive amount of time spent planning, buying, preparing and eating meals.
Treatment
Treatment for orthorexia nervosa typically involves cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps the individual to recognize and change patterns of thinking and behavior. Other forms of therapy, such as family therapy or group therapy, may also be beneficial.
Related Terms
- Anorexia nervosa
- Bulimia nervosa
- Eating disorder NOS
- Body dysmorphic disorder
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Orthorexia nervosa
- Wikipedia's article - Orthorexia nervosa
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