Sociocultural theorists explain Anorexia Nervosa as a result of society’s emphasis on thinness (Abramson & Valene, 1991). In Western societies where food is plentiful, people tend to value slimness, particularly in women. Moreover, this cultural phenomena has changed over time; some theorists claim that this has coincided with an increase in the prevalence of eating disorders.

Test Your Mental Health This week's resource has been sent in by someone who wishes to remain anonymous, so I would like to thank them for this very interesting resource. You can use this to help you learn about and understand the symptoms of a number of psychological disorders, such as Attention Deficit Disorder, OCD, Eating Disorders, Depression and Schizophrenia.