Anorexia Nervosa
This disorder is characterized by the fear of gaining weight, a disturbed perception of the shape and/or size of one’s body and the refusal to maintain a normal body weight. The majority of persons who have this disorder restrict their food intake or engage in excessive exercising.**Note: This page is meant for informational purposes only. It is not a complete list of all disorders, but rather the most common disorders present in the youth that are served by the Turning Winds Residential Care Facility. For further understanding and information about any of the above disorders, please consult the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-IV-TR.