Psychosocial dynamics in anorexia nervosa.
Anorexia nervosa represents a self-destructive struggle for separate identity, and cultural factors play a part in the present increasing incidence. This paper presents a broad view, which embraces family dynamics and the natural history of the disease, to clarify important issues in its management and prevention. Both family and individual psychotherapy may have a place in the patient's personal rehabilitation.
D000293:Adolescent; D000856:Anorexia Nervosa / Q000209:etiology* / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy; D003466:Cultural Characteristics; D005191:Family Characteristics; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011613:Psychotherapy