Spitzer's Criteria for Diagnosis

Spitzer's Criteria for diagnosis are a set of guidelines used by healthcare professionals to identify anorexia nervosa. They focus on behaviors and thoughts related to weight and body image. Key points include a significant restriction of food intake leading to very low body weight, an intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted view of one’s body shape or size. The criteria help distinguish anorexia from other conditions by emphasizing both physical signs, like weight loss, and psychological factors, such as obsession with thinness. These guidelines aid clinicians in making a consistent and accurate diagnosis.