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Sometimes Minorities and Others Who Have Not Been Responsible for a Frustrating

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Sometimes minorities and others who have not been responsible for a frustrating situation become targets of displaced aggression-a practice known as scapegoating.


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Anorexia Nervosa

A psychological disorder characterized by an extreme fear of gaining weight, leading to insufficient food intake and a distorted body image.

Binge Eating

A disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food, often quickly and to the point of discomfort.

Purging-Type

A subtype of eating disorders characterized by behaviors such as self-induced vomiting or misuse of laxatives to prevent weight gain.

Preoccupation

A state of mind consumed by persistent thoughts or concerns, often distracting from other aspects of life.

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