[Biological factors in eating disorders].

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The etiology of eating disorders has not been defined yet. It is generally thought of as multi-dimensional, consisting of socio-cultural, psychological and biological factors. The biological factors include predisposing, precipitating and perpetuating factors. In recent years, genetics have been reported as predisposing factors, various neuropeptides which play an important role in regulation of feeding behavior...

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