Deception' is the word I most associate with anorexia and the treachery which comes from falsehood. The illness appears inviting. It would seem to offer something to those unwary or unlucky enough to suffer from it - friendship, a get-out, or a haven - when, in fact, it is a trap.
Anorexia is often cloaked in a deceptive allure, presenting itself as a source of comfort or companionship to those who struggle with it. Carol Lee highlights this treachery, suggesting that the illness can mislead individuals into believing they are gaining something positive from it, such as friendship or an escape from their problems.
However, beneath this façade lies a dangerous trap that ultimately harms rather than helps. The initial invitation of...