Starvation

(noun)

The most extreme form of malnutrition; a severe deficiency in caloric energy, nutrient, and vitamin intake.

Related Terms

  • physiological
  • satiety
  • hypothalamus

Examples of Starvation in the following topics:

  • The Endocrine System and Hunger

    • Starvation is a severe deficiency in caloric energy, nutrient, and vitamin intake.
    • Prolonged starvation can cause permanent organ damage and, untreated, leads to death.
    • Vitamin deficiency, diarrhea, skin rashes, edema, and heart failure are also common results of starvation.
    • In a state of starvation, other motivators—such as the desire for sleep, sex, and social activities— decrease.
    • Individuals suffering from starvation may experience irritability, lethargy, impulsivity, hyperactivity, and more apathy over time.
  • Nutrition and Health

    • In the developing world, where access to food is often compromised, malnutrition often manifests as hunger, starvation, and malnourishment.
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