The Fitter I Am, the Larger I Feel—The Vicious Circle of Physical Exercise in Anorexia Nervosa

The Fitter I Am, the Larger I Feel—The Vicious Circle of Physical Exercise in Anorexia Nervosa

Introduction: Body image distortion is a core symptom of anorexia nervosa (AN), embodying dissatisfaction and overvaluation of body appearance and weight. Body image distortion is an important factor in the maintenance of weight loss behaviours such as compulsive physical exercise. Conversely, physi...

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Main Authors: Laura Di Lodovico, Mouna Hanachi, Philibert Duriez, Philip Gorwood
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-10-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
body image distortion
physical exercise
central coherence
cognitive rigidity
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/21/4507

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