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 …

May 9, 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.

Aug 1, 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, …

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 …

May 1, 2024 · What Is Pro-Ana & Pro-Mia? Pro-anorexia (pro-ana) and pro-bulimia (pro-mia) are slang terms used to describe digital content that promotes behaviors associated with anorexia …

Aug 5, 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 …

Oct 29, 2025 · Much of the 'pro-ana' content encourages ‘control’ over your appetite, celebrating the ability to forgo not only foods considered higher in calories, but any food at all.

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 …

Mar 10, 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 …

Pro-ana refers to the promotion or support of anorexia nervosa as a lifestyle choice rather than an eating disorder. It is often referred to simply as "ana" and is sometimes affectionately …