Is anorexia nervosa curable?

Can be...or not: Many patients have recovered from the disorder; or have adapted to it, living a reasonably normal life. However, it can be a difficult condition to treat, on a psychological and physiological basis. Relapses are not rare. Medications seem to work better in bulimia than in anorexia nervosa. Patients need close interaction between therapist/physician/dietician/family.

Yes, with difficulty: Generally, treatment is best done by a psychiatrist/psychologist who is part of an eating disorders treatment program as treatment needs to be multi-modal and is difficult.

YES w Grit & Support: Start w/ call 2 natl assn of anorexia nervosa & related disorders (neda)? Check neda website: http://bit.Ly/16crmyh. Call their helpline: (630) 577-1330. Neda can help them connect w/eating disorder experts...People who'll understand the person's fears while helping them focus on the future...On the life & relationships they want 2 build. People who'll help them discover new ways of being.