You have a friend who is obsessed with dieting and exercise. She avoids going out to dinner with others because she fears she will overeat. She exercises up to three times a day sometimes and is constantly worried about gaining weight. Your friend most likely has which of the following conditions?

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Your friend's behavior is indicative of disordered eating patterns, which can include an obsession with food and body image, fear of weight gain, and restrictive eating and excessive exercise. However, without further evaluation from a healthcare professional, it is not possible to diagnose a specific eating disorder.

You Have a Friend Who Is Obsessed with Dieting and Exercise