Disordered eating behavior,which causes women to consume nonfood items such as clay,dirt or hair,is called

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The disordered eating behavior described is called pica. Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are both characterized by restrictive eating and/or purging behaviors, but do not involve the consumption of nonfood items. Morning sickness is a symptom of pregnancy that involves nausea and vomiting. Binge eating disorder is characterized by consuming large amounts of food in a short amount of time, but does not involve the consumption of nonfood items.

Disordered Eating Behavior,which Causes Women to Consume Nonfood Items Such