Did you know that Anorexia Nervosa effects Men and boys?

• Did you know that Anorexia Nervosa is a fear of gaining weight and is the core

  

  
  struggle, often fueled by a distorted body image perceived as larger than reality?

• Did you know that Anorexia Nervosa effects Men and boys?

• Did you know that Anorexia Nervosa in men and boys' is a common misconception.?

• Did you know that Anorexia Nervosa has one of the highest mortality rates among all mental illnesses?

1. Did you know that anorexia nervosa, although more commonly associated with women, does exist in men and boys? It can be severe and life-threatening.
2. Did you know that men with eating disorders may be less likely to seek treatment due to the stigma of being viewed as unmasculine or weak?
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   Did you know that anorexia nervosa is characterized by adopting disordered eating habits, particularly food restriction, as a means of achieving perceived thinness?
4. Did you know that men living with anorexia may experience similar body-image
   
   
   challenges as women, but they often feel pressured to act as though such issues don’t affect them?
5. Did you know that as many as 0.3% of men may experience anorexia during their lifetime, even though it’s still more prevalent among women?
6. Did you know that male anorexia or disordered eating does not indicate feminine traits or sexual orientation?
7. Did you know that certain sports with a focus on weight, such as wrestling, running, and bodybuilding, can encourage unhealthy weight loss habits in men?
8. Did you know that male anorexia is associated with being a gay man, which contributes to the stigma surrounding this condition?

• Did you know that Anorexia Nervosa coupled with Malnutrition impacts the entire body, increasing risks for heart problems, bone loss, organ damage, and even death?

• Did you know that social media Studies suggest curated online feeds promoting unrealistic beauty standards and diet culture can contribute to vulnerability?

• Did you know that athletes are at increased risk, particularly those in sports emphasizing leanness and appearance, like gymnastics or dance?
• Did you know that Anorexia can exist in different weight ranges, not just underweight individuals?

• sources and support are available. Early intervention is key to successful recovery.

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