Avery, a model, is fired from her job for "being too thin." She fears that if she eats, she will become "overweight" and that in order to succeed in her industry, she must be "thin and beautiful." In this scenario, Avery is likely suffering from ________.

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Avery is displaying symptoms of anorexia nervosa, which is characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image. This disorder often leads to severe calorie restriction and can result in dangerous levels of malnutrition.

Avery, a Model, Is Fired from Her Job for "Being