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Ali is in the first grade but he always finds reasons to miss school. Every morning, he complains of severe headaches and throws up his breakfast. He pleads with his mother not to send him to school, away from her. He fears that someone might harm his mother when he is not with her. This scenario illustrates that Ali is suffering from _____.
A) post-traumatic stress disorder
B) anorexia nervosa
C) bulimia nervosa
D) separation anxiety disorder
Anorexia Nervosa
An eating disorder characterized by irrational fear of weight gain, distorted body image, and severe weight loss.
Bulimia Nervosa
An eating disorder characterized by cycles of binge eating and purging as a means of controlling weight gain.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.
- Comprehend the principles and traits of separation anxiety disorder.
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- Comprehend the principles and traits of separation anxiety disorder.
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