Question

Which eating disorder is best characterized by extreme weight loss?
Responses

a binge-eating disorder

a binge-eating disorder

b anorexia nervosa

b anorexia nervosa

c bulimia nervosa

c bulimia nervosa

d orthorexia

Answer 1

The eating disorder best characterized by extreme weight loss is:

**b anorexia nervosa**

Anorexia nervosa is primarily associated with significant weight loss due to restricted food intake and an intense fear of gaining weight.