Exploring anorexia nervosa: understanding its causes, symptoms, and treatment options

• Autores: Alvaro Antonio Mendoza Vera, Cristian Santiago Mencías Ríos, Yuliana Lisbeth Merino Jimenez, Marlyn Milena Ortega Lopez, Lisette Carolina Peñafiel Bernal
• Localización: Revista Sanitaria de Investigación, ISSN-e 2660-7085, Vol. 6, Nº. 6, 2025
• Idioma: inglés
• DOI: 10.34896/RSI.2025.89.45.001
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    Este artículo pretende profundizar en la naturaleza multifacética de la anorexia nerviosa mediante la exploración de sus causas subyacentes, sus diversos síntomas y las diversas opciones de tratamiento disponibles, con el objetivo de mejorar la comprensión e informar sobre futuras investigaciones y prácticas clínicas en esta área crucial de la salud mental.

  • English

    This paper aims to delve deeper into the multifaceted nature of Anorexia Nervosa by exploring its underlying causes, varied symptoms, and the diverse treatment options available, ultimately striving to enhance understanding and inform future research and clinical practices in this critical area of mental health.

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