Is Whitney Houston's Daughter Suffering From Anorexia Nervosa?

Whitney Houston‘s daughter, Bobbi Kristina posted this pics of herself on social media, what do you think? Could she suffering from Anorexia Nervosa, an eating disorder characterized by a starvation diet and low self-esteem.

US blogger Sandra Rose says in her blog that Bobbi Kristina’s attention-seeking behaviour is indicative of youngsters who didn’t develop strong bonds with their parents or primary caregivers. Bobbi’s mom, Whitney, and her dad, singer Bobby Brown, had busy careers that kept them on the road for long periods of time.

People who suffer from Anorexia have an irrational fear that they are gaining too much weight. They obsess about staying thin due to an altered body image disturbance or the perception that they are too fat.

Anorexia Nervosa usually begins in adolescence and affects more girls than boys.

Signs and Symptoms

Symptoms of Anorexia Nervosa includes:

Extreme weight loss

Thin appearance

Abnormal blood counts

Fatigue

Insomnia

Dizziness or fainting

A bluish discoloration of the fingers

Hair that thins, breaks or falls out

Soft, downy hair covering the body

Absence of menstruation

Constipation

Dry skin

Intolerance of cold

Irregular heart rhythms

Low blood pressure

Dehydration

Osteoporosis

Swelling of arms or legs

Anorexia red flags to watch for

If you believe that a loved one may be suffering from Anorexia Nervosa, watch for these red flags:

Skipping meals

Making excuses for not eating

Eating only a few certain “safe” foods, usually those low in fat and calories

Adopting rigid meal or eating rituals, such as cutting food into tiny pieces or spitting food out after chewing

Cooking elaborate meals for others but refusing to eat

Repeated weighing of themselves

Frequent checking in the mirror for perceived flaws

Complaining about being fat

Not wanting to eat in public

Treatment

Treatment for Anorexia Nervosa includes medications, psychotherapy and hospitalization.

Prevention

Mothers and fathers should spend quality time with your adolescent daughters. In particular, fathers should spend more time with your young daughters. Get psychological help for your daughter if you notice she has issues with low self-esteem and abnormal eating habits.

This has been your Medical Minute.

More Info On the Web

Anorexia Nervosa – MayoClinic

Anorexia Nervosa – WebMD

Anorexia Nervosa – MedlinePlus

A Medication to Treat Anorexia – Time.com

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