Pro-ana groups differ widely in their stances. Most claim that they exist mainly as a non-judgmental environment for anorexics; a place to turn to, to discuss their illness, and to support those who …

The terms “pro-anorexia”, or “pro-ana”, and “pro-bulimia”, or “pro-mia”, refer to content, usually online, that promotes the harmful behaviour and mindset that forms part of some eating disorders.

1 Lún 2024 · Drawing from established literature on anorexia nervosa and the pro-ana subculture, this study employs a qualitative analysis of online pro-ana spaces, examining discussions, narratives, and …

9 Beal 2025 · With all kinds of misleading and harmful information out there, such as “pro-ana” content and pro-eating disorder websites, people often don’t realize they have a problem.

10 Márta 2024 · The terms “pro-anorexia,” or “pro-ana,” and “pro-bulimia,” or “pro-mia,” refer to content, usually online, that promotes an engagement in harmful behaviors to maintain what is viewed on …

2 days ago · Pro-anorexia is a movement that seeks acceptance of anorexia nervosa. Adherents also use the term "thinspiration." It is often part of human nature to band together, and seek acceptance …

Pro-ana websites and pro-ana groups on places like Discord have become a concerning online phenomenon. These communities revolve around the promotion of anorexia nervosa as a lifestyle, …

5 days ago · [From Latin pro in favour of + an (orexi) a, from Greek an- not or without + orexis appetite + -ia indicating a condition or quality]

5 Lún 2025 · What is pro-ed or pro-ana? Pro-ana (pro-anorexia) or pro-ed (pro-eating disorders) websites or ‘thinspiration’ blogs and Facebook pages are online communities where people with eating …

14 Ean 2012 · “Pro-ana websites are online communities of individuals who believe that anorexia is not a serious psychiatric condition that requires treatment, but rather it's a lifestyle choice”, says Helen …