Combination of Genetic and Environmental Factors on Early Onset Anorexia Nervosa in An 8-Year-Old Boy
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Combination of Genetic and Environmental Factors on Early Onset Anorexia Nervosa in An 8-Year-Old Boy

Turk J Child Adolesc Ment Health 2018;25(3):243-248
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Abstract

Anorexia Nervosa and other eating disorders usually begin in adolescence, and these disorders are commonly seen in girls. Therefore, boys with anorexia nervosa and children with preadolescent onset may be overlooked and their diagnosis and treatment may delay. In this case report, an 8 year-old boy diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa will be explained, and interaction of potential factors in the development of disorder will be discussed.

Keywords: Anorexia nervosa, early onset, male, risk factors.