Immaculata is currently at about 82 percent of her ideal body weight. Because she sees herself as obese, she has severely restricted her diet, and frequently skips meals. Immaculata is suffering from:
A) anorexia nervosa.
B) bulimia nervosa.
C) generalized anxiety disorder.
D) seasonal affective disorder.

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Immaculata's severe restriction of her diet and frequent skipping of meals, despite being at 82 percent of her ideal body weight, suggest that she has anorexia nervosa. Anorexia nervosa is a serious mental health disorder characterized by a distorted body image and an intense fear of gaining weight. Individuals with anorexia nervosa restrict their food intake to the point of malnutrition, often leading to severe health consequences.

Immaculata Is Currently at About 82 Percent of Her Ideal