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What is the prevalence of Anorexia?

Prevalence of Anorexia: how many people are affected worldwide, differences by sex and region, with sources.

Prevalence of Anorexia
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200,000 new cases in the us every year. Most common above the age 14 and with females

Posted Nov 12, 2017 by Shanna 5000
Toddlers (3-5 years): very rare
Children (6-13 years): rare
Teenagers (14-18 years): common
Young adults (19-40 years): common
Adults (41-60 years): common
Seniors (60+ years): rare

Posted Mar 10, 2018 by Niki 8100

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