Why are Anorexics Disinterested in Getting Help

March 12, 2012

“Why do those with eating disorders often seem so disinterested in getting help? My friend knows all there is to know about risks like heart attacks, bone loss, hair loss, infertility, and other downsides, but still she continues on in her disorder. She’s a bright girl but for some reason doesn’t care about the fact that this thing is killing her. Where’s the disconnect?”