A Craving for Nonfood Substances Such as Dirt and Chalk

question 83

Multiple Choice

A craving for nonfood substances such as dirt and chalk is called:

• A)malnutrition disorder.
• B)pica.
• C)post-natal cravings.
• D)non-supplemental distress.

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