The importance of open dialogue about atypical anorexia. Atypical anorexia is a less well-known but equally seriouseating disorder. Like anorexia nervosa, atypical anorexia includes intentional weight loss and an intense fear of gaining weight. However, people with atypical anorexia do not always meet the full criteria for anorexia nervosa. For example, they may still be … Continue reading atypical anorexia