The name of the eating disorder in which the primary symptom is that the person is obsessed by thoughts of an unattainable image of "perfect" thinness is:
A) bulimia nervosa
B) anorexia nervosa
C) obsessive-compulsive disorder
D) gordophobia

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This description matches the primary symptom of anorexia nervosa. Bulimia nervosa involves episodes of binge-eating followed by compensatory behaviors (such as purging). Obsessive-compulsive disorder involves persistent and intrusive thoughts and behaviors, unrelated to body weight or shape. Gordophobia is not a recognized disorder.

The Name of the Eating Disorder in Which the Primary