Which of the following is one of the main characteristics of people suffering from anorexia nervosa?
A) higher than average body weight
B) higher than average height
C) a distorted image of their body shape
D) a constant need to consume food

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People with anorexia nervosa often have a distorted image of their body shape, seeing themselves as overweight even when they are underweight. This can lead to severely restricting their food intake and excessive exercise to lose weight. Higher than average body weight (A) and height (B) are not characteristic of anorexia nervosa, and the constant need to consume food (D) is more common in other eating disorders such as bulimia nervosa.

Which of the Following Is One of the Main Characteristics