Articles tagged with Anorexia
The research aims to identify genes contributing to the development of anorexia nervosa, a serious and potentially lethal illness. The study will build on recent genetic studies and gather data from 400 families affected by the condition.
A study published in Molecular Psychiatry found a genetic link between the NET protein, which regulates norepinephrine levels, and an increased risk of restrictive anorexia nervosa. The discovery could lead to new treatments for this devastating illness, which has the highest death rate among psychiatric disorders.
Researchers found that anorectic drug d-FEN activates melanocortin neurons, linking serotonin system to obesity and anorexia. The discovery proposes a new mechanism for treating eating disorders and obesity.
Young women with anorexia nervosa exhibit varying reactions to bone density results, with some finding motivation for recovery later in their course. The timing of the measurement seemed to be a key factor in these responses.
A study of 246 women with eating disorders found that those with anorexia nervosa were 57 times more likely to commit suicide. Women with bulimia nervosa were also at risk, particularly those with depression and anorexic symptoms.
A study conducted at Massachusetts General Hospital found that over 90% of young women with anorexia nervosa suffered from significant bone loss. The research highlights the importance of regaining and maintaining a healthy weight in preventing or reducing bone loss.
Research finds a familial link between eating disorders and an increased risk of developing anorexia nervosa, with a shared genetic predisposition also contributing to co-occurrence with major depression. The studies suggest a common inherited risk factor for the disorders.
A recent study from the Mayo Clinic found that eating disorders continue to increase in young females, with a steady rise in incidence over the past 50 years. The study suggests that the type of eating disorder being reported is shifting towards more cases of bulimia (binge and purge).
Researchers at the University of Illinois found that zinc deficiency can exacerbate anorexia by increasing neuropeptide Y production and decreasing leptin levels. Zinc supplements have shown to increase recovery rates, supporting its potential as a treatment for anorexia.
Researchers link biblical story of Hannah to first documented case of anorexia nervosa and its associated infertility. The article, published in Fertility and Sterility, suggests that extreme weight loss may have contributed to Hannah's inability to conceive.
Rural women in developing countries tend to experience menopause about eight years earlier than in developed countries due to stress and low body mass. However, improved nutrition, better medical care, and fewer pregnancies are expected to increase the age at menopause as these countries develop.