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Each of the following is a symptom of bulimia nervosa EXCEPT ______.

A) recurrent episodes of binge eating
B) refusal to maintain body weight at or above minimal normal weight for age and height
C) recurrent inappropriate behaviors, such as self-induced vomiting, to try and prevent weight gain
D) an inability to control when to stop eating or how much to eat.

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by purging, excessive exercise, or fasting to prevent weight gain.

Binge Eating

A disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food, often quickly and to the point of discomfort.

Body Weight

The total mass of an individual, often used as an indicator of physical health and measured in units such as kilograms or pounds.

  • Recognize the signs and diagnostic standards for eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.
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