As a serious dancer, Justine watches what she eats. She knows that she is underweight, but fears that if she starts eating more that she will become obese. In addition to a preoccupation with food, she has also stopped menstruating. Her behaviors suggest that she might be suffering from ________.

A) anorexia nervosa
B) bulimia nervosa
C) compulsive exercise
D) phobic disorder

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Halsten Thiel · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Justine's preoccupation with food and fear of gaining weight, as well as the fact that she is underweight and has stopped menstruating, are all common symptoms of anorexia nervosa. Bulimia nervosa also involves a preoccupation with food, but it typically involves binge eating followed by purging behaviors, such as self-induced vomiting or laxative use. Compulsive exercise may be a symptom of anorexia or another eating disorder, but it is not the primary diagnosis suggested by Justine's behaviors. Phobic disorder, which involves intense and persistent fear of certain objects or situations, does not appear to be a relevant diagnosis based on the information provided.

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