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Anorexia Nervosa Treatment Study

Meaning

A formal, methodologically rigorous clinical investigation designed to evaluate the safety, efficacy, and optimal application of pharmacological, psychological, or nutritional interventions for individuals diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa. These studies are critical for advancing evidence-based practice in managing this complex psychiatric disorder, which often presents with severe endocrine dysregulation. A core focus includes assessing the impact of treatment on body weight restoration, psychological symptoms, and the normalization of hormonal axes, such as the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis.