Marianne has controlling, overprotective, fault-finding parents. In response to their behaviours, she refuses to maintain the minimal body weight she needs for her age and height. In addition to her eating disorder, Marianne will most likely exhibit all of the following, except:

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Conformity is not typically associated with the behaviors of someone with an eating disorder as they often struggle with feelings of inadequacy and a desire to control their own body. Negativity, defiance, and anger are often seen as a response to controlling or overprotective parents, and can be common behaviors in someone with an eating disorder.

Marianne Has Controlling, Overprotective, Fault-Finding Parents