Sally has been diagnosed with purging disorder. Which of the following activities would she be most likely to engage in?

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Purging disorder is characterized by engaging in purging behaviors, such as self-induced vomiting, to control weight or shape, without the binge eating seen in bulimia nervosa. Gambling is listed here as a metaphorical representation of engaging in risky or harmful behaviors to cope with or manage emotions, similar to the purging behaviors in the context of eating disorders. However, it's important to clarify that the direct and typical behaviors associated with purging disorder specifically involve actions like self-induced vomiting, misuse of laxatives, diuretics, or other purging methods, rather than gambling, which is an error in the initial response. The correct understanding is that none of the activities listed (gambling, reading a book, making a shopping list, regularly attending class) directly relate to the specific behaviors of purging disorder. The question seems to have been misunderstood in the initial response.

Sally Has Been Diagnosed with Purging Disorder