The Role and Basis of Neuroleptics in the Treatment of Anorexia Nervosa

Laurynas Bukelskis, Brigita Baks Abstract While the neurobiology of anorexia nervosa becomes clearer, specific treatment has not been established yet. A lot was expected from atypical antipsychotics, especially olanzapine among them. Although the neurobiology of the disease and the mechanism of these drugs suite each other, the clear benefit has not been determined. It seems…