The Preoccupation with Food Characteristic of Anorexia Nervosa Is Thought

question 65

Multiple Choice

The preoccupation with food characteristic of anorexia nervosa is thought to:

• A) result from starvation.
• B) be the underlying cause of the disorder.
• C) be more pronounced in younger children with anorexia.
• D) result from overeating.

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