What are the Mental affects of starvation?

Effects of Starvation. Anorexia Nervosa is a condition of self-induced starvation. Starvation affects many systems. Most changes are completely reversible as weight is regained and these include psychological symptoms. read more

The Minnesota Starvation Experiment was conducted at the University of Minnesota during the Second World War, between November 19, 1944 and December 20, 1945. The main goal of the study was to determine the physiological and psychological effects of severe and prolonged dietary restriction. read more

Here’s a literature review on the impact of starvation on hunger strikers. Investigators have noted that patients, often with no previous history of psychiatric disorder, may manifest megalomaniac and persecutory delusions, auditory hallucinations, somatisation, dissociation, suicidality, and confusion. read more

During the semi-starvation phase the changes were dramatic. Beyond the gaunt appearance of the men, there were significant decreases in their strength and stamina, body temperature, heart rate and sex drive. The psychological effects were significant as well. Hunger made the men obsessed with food. read more