**11. Conclusion**

Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder with short and long term physical consequences. Engagement of patient in treatment plan, getting support from family and friends are vital to successful treatment. Most patients with anorexia nervosa receive treatment solely on an outpatient basis. However, a substantial minority receive inpatient treatment. Hospital admission may be at ameliorating the effects of the illness on the patient's physical or at achieving progress toward full recovery.
