About ▼ Careers Internship MedBlog Contact us

LOGIN REGISTER

Medindia » Bigorexia

Bigorexia News, Research and Latest Updates

Keep abreast with the latest news related to Bigorexia there are 49 news items on Bigorexia that covers updates, breakthroughs and in-depth reports.

We provide you with a free downloadable secure widget for your website to carry news related to Bigorexia.

Bigorexia

Bigorexia or muscle dysmorphia is a mental disorder most commonly seen in the males, wherein the individual is obsessed with his muscle size and has a constant desire to develop very large muscles.

Shift in National Priorities Recommended to Prevent Mental Disorder in Youth

Shift in National Priorities Recommended to Prevent Mental Disorder in Youth

When there is ongoing conflict or chaos in homes or communities, or when parents are mentally ill, growing up can feel almost impossible.

Anabolic Steroid Abuse Leads to Impaired Insulin Sensitivity

Anabolic Steroid Abuse Leads to Impaired Insulin Sensitivity

Anabolic steroid abuse is linked with impaired insulin sensitivity, finds new research.

One in Five Adults Suffers from a Diagnosable Mental Disorder

One in Five Adults Suffers from a Diagnosable Mental Disorder

People who experience mental illness can face problems including addiction, depression, anxiety, anger control, personality disorders and dementia.

Advertisement

Bodybuilder Dies Aged 20 After Taking Anabolic Steroids to Keep in Shape

Bodybuilder Dies Aged 20 After Taking Anabolic Steroids to Keep in Shape

Fitness fanatic Oli Cooney succumbed to a lifestyle that included taking anabolic steroids in order to keep in shape.

Mental Disorders More Prevalent in Mid-Life and Older Adulthood Than Previously Estimated

Mental Disorders More Prevalent in Mid-Life and Older Adulthood Than Previously Estimated

A new study from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has found that the prevalence of mental disorders among middle-aged and older adults may be underestimated.

Obsession With Bodybuilding can Lead to Bigorexia

Obsession With Bodybuilding can Lead to Bigorexia

Many men who are unhappy with their bodies are resorting to unsafe dietary and exercise habits and risking suffering from 'bigorexia' disorder or muscle dysmorphia, warns expert.

Advertisement

Australian Racing Board Announces Ban on Anabolic Steroids in Horse Racing

Australian Racing Board Announces Ban on Anabolic Steroids in Horse Racing

The Australian Racing Board has announced a ban on anabolic steroids, which will apply to horses both in and out of competition from the age of six months.

Extent of Genetic Overlap Between Major Mental Disorders Revealed By New Data

Extent of Genetic Overlap Between Major Mental Disorders Revealed By New Data

How much five major mental illnesses are traceable to the same common inherited genetic variations was determined by the largest genome-wide study of its kind.

Scientists Explore Link Between Sleep Deprivation and Mental Disorders

Scientists Explore Link Between Sleep Deprivation and Mental Disorders

Lack of sleep could lead to mental health problems like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, says new research.

Advertisement

Anabolic Steroids may Affect Future Mental Health: Study

Anabolic Steroids may Affect Future Mental Health: Study

The main conclusion of a new study finds that there is a link between use of anabolic-androgenic steroids and reduced mental health later in life.

Download Bigorexia News Widget

Recommended Reading

Bigorexia: Higher Notion of Self-Perceived Masculinity

Bigorexia: Higher Notion of Self-Perceived Masculinity

A new study reveals that people who suffer from muscle dysmorphia, popularly called bigorexia, have a higher notion of self perceived masculinity.

Research Explains Eating Disorders, Muscle Dysmorphia, and Self-perceived Masculinity

Research Explains Eating Disorders, Muscle Dysmorphia, and Self-perceived Masculinity

According to research, self perceived masculinity is higher in men with muscle dysmorphia, popularly called 'bigorexia', than other gym users.

Obsession With Bodybuilding can Lead to Bigorexia

Obsession With Bodybuilding can Lead to Bigorexia

Many men who are unhappy with their bodies are resorting to unsafe dietary and exercise habits and risking suffering from 'bigorexia' disorder or muscle dysmorphia, warns expert.

Anabolic Steroids

Anabolic Steroids

Anabolic steroids can produce power- packed, adrenaline - pumping performances but they also reflect a saga of condemnation and shame.

Height and Weight by Body Frame

Height and Weight by Body Frame

Calculate the ideal weight for your height and your body frame using Medindia's precise height and weight by body frame for adults.