Patient's question:
Recently, I don't know why I can't sleep, which greatly affects my work efficiency. My friend recommended that I see a neurologist. Could you please tell me what the common mental state of patients with anorexia nervosa is?Doctor's answer:
Neurotic anorexia, in addition to symptoms such as decreased appetite, fatigue, and weight loss in the individual, also exhibits mental manifestations like persistent low mood and a decline in willpower, which are indicative of depressive symptoms. For mental anorexia, the primary approach involves seeking treatment from a psychiatrist to realign one's worldview regarding body image, as well as using behavioral correction methods to stabilize the condition. It cannot be solely addressed by medications that merely regulate the gastrointestinal system.