Question

An adolescent has an intense fear of gaining weight and a significantly low body weight and is showing signs of thinning bones and hair. Which of the following is this adolescent most likely experiencing?
Multiple Choice


anxiety

bulimia nervosa

anorexia nervosa

depression

Answer 1

Based on the symptoms described—an intense fear of gaining weight, significantly low body weight, and signs of thinning bones and hair—the adolescent is most likely experiencing **anorexia nervosa**.