Application of non-pharmacological treatments in severe and enduring anorexia nervosa
10.3760/cma.j.cn371468-20241230-00623
- VernacularTitle:非药物治疗在难治性神经性厌食症中的应用
- Author:
Xiaoye GAO
1
;
Yan CHEN
1
;
Jue CHEN
1
Author Information
1. 上海交通大学医学院附属精神卫生中心，上海 200030
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Severe and enduring anorexia nervosa;
Non-pharmacological treatment;
Physical therapy;
Psychotherapy
- From:
Chinese Journal of Behavioral Medicine and Brain Science
2025;34(8):753-757
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Anorexia nervosa (AN) is associated with high mortality rates, resulting in a range of adverse effects on individuals. When the duration of the illness exceeds three years, it often progresses into severe and enduring anorexia nervosa (SE-AN). Given the limited efficacy of pharmacological treatments for AN, the management of SE-AN should focus more on non-pharmacological interventions, primarily including physical therapy and psychotherapy. Previous studies have indicated that non-pharmacological treatments may have some efficacy in SE-AN. However, due to the limited empirical research, the most appropriate treatment strategies for this group remain to be determined.
