All of the following statements are true about anorexia nervosa except:

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None of the other choices are correct. Anorexics do not generally feel hungry all the time (in fact, they often feel a lack of appetite), and the term "anorexia nervosa" actually refers to a distorted body image rather than a loss of appetite. Additionally, while anorexics may believe that an extremely thin body is ideal, they do not necessarily believe it to be the perfect body. However, there is some evidence to suggest that individuals with anorexia may have a higher likelihood of a childhood history of perfectionism and anxiety, rather than antisocial behavior.

All of the Following Statements Are True About Anorexia Nervosa