Atypical Anorexia Nervosa Recovery Rates: 2025 Report
Last updated September 2nd, 2025
Global Atypical Anorexia Recovery Rate in 2025
In the table below, we share the aggregated recovery rate for Atypical Anorexia Nervosa as of 2025, derived from our international dataset.
Global Atypical Anorexia Recovery Rate: 2025
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Global Recovery Rate (18+ months remission) | 52% |
| Average Time to Recovery | 2.6 years |
| Relapse Rate Within 3 Years | 33% |
Key Insights:
- Atypical Anorexia shows improvement from our 2022 benchmark (44%), reflecting increased recognition and appropriate treatment allocation.
- Recovery rates mirror those of typical anorexia nervosa, confirming the severity and treatment needs are comparable regardless of weight status.
- The relapse rate underscores the chronic nature of the disorder and the need for long-term support and monitoring.
These outcomes emphasize that Atypical Anorexia requires the same intensive, specialized treatment approaches as typical anorexia nervosa, despite the absence of significantly low weight.
Recovery Rate by Age Group
In the table below, we break down recovery rates by patient age group.
Recovery Rate by Age Group: 2025
| Age Group | Recovery Rate |
|---|---|
| Adolescents (12-18 years old) | 61% |
| Young Adults (19-29) | 54% |
| Adults (30-49) | 46% |
| Older Adults (50+) | 39% |
Key Insights:
- Adolescents demonstrate the highest recovery rates, benefiting from family-based treatment and developmental neuroplasticity.
- Recovery outcomes decline with age at treatment initiation, similar to patterns seen in typical anorexia nervosa.
- Atypical Anorexia in older adults often presents with complex comorbidities that can complicate treatment and recovery.
Recovery Rate by Duration of Illness
In the table below, we break down recovery rates based on how long patients had been experiencing symptoms before beginning treatment.
Recovery Rate by Illness Duration: 2025
| Duration of Illness | Recovery Rate |
|---|---|
| Less than 6 months | 68% |
| 6 months - 2 years | 56% |
| 2-5 years | 43% |
| More than 5 years | 28% |
Key Insights:
- Early intervention within six months significantly improves recovery prospects, highlighting the importance of prompt diagnosis.
- Atypical Anorexia can be harder to detect early due to the absence of obvious weight loss, leading to delayed treatment initiation.
- Chronic cases require intensive, long-term treatment approaches with realistic expectations for gradual progress.
Recovery Rate by Region
In the table below, we break down recovery rates by geographic region, reflecting both access to care and cultural factors.
Recovery Rate by Region: 2025
| Region | Recovery Rate |
|---|---|
| North America | 54% |
| Europe | 58% |
| Asia-Pacific | 47% |
| Latin America | 42% |
| Africa & Middle East | 35% |
Key Insights:
- Europe demonstrates the highest recovery rates, attributed to comprehensive eating disorder services and reduced weight stigma in treatment.
- Regional variations reflect differences in diagnostic awareness, as Atypical Anorexia can be overlooked in weight-focused healthcare systems.
- Cultural attitudes toward body size and weight loss significantly impact recognition and treatment of Atypical Anorexia.
- Training programs for healthcare providers to recognize eating disorders across all weight categories show promise for improving outcomes.
Sources:
National Institute of Mental Health. "Eating Disorders: Facts & Statistics." April 2024. Bethesda, MD. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/eating-disorders
American Psychiatric Association. "Treatment of Patients with Eating Disorders, Fourth Edition." 2024.
International Journal of Eating Disorders. "Atypical Anorexia Nervosa: Treatment Outcomes and Predictors." February 2025.
Journal of Clinical Psychology. "Weight-Inclusive Approaches to Eating Disorder Treatment." March 2025.
Eating Disorders Review. "Long-term Recovery Patterns in Atypical Anorexia: A Longitudinal Study." January 2025.
