Asked by Yohanna Flores on May 21, 2024

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A woman who is in relentless pursuit of thinness for more than six months, so much so that she is starving herself to achieve this goal is exhibiting symptoms of

A) binge-eating disorder.
B) anorexia nervosa.
C) bulimia nervosa.
D) bipolar disorder.

Anorexia Nervosa

A psychological and eating disorder characterized by an extreme fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to self-starvation and excessive weight loss.

Relentless Pursuit

The act of chasing a goal with unwavering determination and not giving up regardless of obstacles.

Starving Herself

The act of deliberately denying oneself food, which can be a harmful behavior often associated with eating disorders or psychological distress.

  • Recognize the features and signs associated with anorexia nervosa.
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Eonnis EoannidisMay 23, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Anorexia nervosa is characterized by the pursuit of thinness through extreme measures such as starvation, and a distorted body image. The other options (binge-eating disorder, bulimia nervosa, and bipolar disorder) do not fit the given symptoms.