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Is a: - Mental or Behavioral Dysfunction
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Definition: An eating disorder that is characterized by the lack or loss of appetite, known as anorexia. Other features include excess fear of becoming overweight; body image disturbance; significant weight loss; refusal to maintain minimal normal weight; and amenorrhea. This disorder occurs most frequently in adolescent females. (apa, Thesaurus of Psychological Index Terms, 1994) |
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