Preparing questions in advance can help patients and their families or friends have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding treatment options for the eating disorder. Patients and their families or friends may find the following questions about anorexia nervosa helpful:

1. What is your experience and how long have you been treating patients with anorexia nervosa?
   
   
2. Is there a cause or trigger for anorexia nervosa?
   
   
3. How is anorexia nervosa diagnosed?
   
   
4. Can I die from anorexia nervosa?
   
   
5. What type of treatment will I need?
   
   
6. How long will the treatment process take?
   
   
7. Will I need to take medications for anorexia nervosa?
   
   
8. Should I receive therapy? What type of therapy would be best for me?
   
   
9. Are there support groups for people with anorexia nervosa in our community?
   
   
10. I have a family member or friend with anorexia nervosa. What are the best ways to help them?