Penny has been diagnosed with bulimia nervosa. It is most likely that she
A) has a positive body image.
B) also suffers from anorexia.
C) is severely underweight.
D) falls within a normal weight range.

Question

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Bulimia nervosa is characterized by binging and purging episodes and is not necessarily associated with being underweight. In fact, individuals with bulimia nervosa may fall within a normal weight range. Choice (A) is incorrect, as individuals with bulimia nervosa often have a negative body image, and choice (B) is incorrect, as anorexia and bulimia nervosa are distinct eating disorders.

Penny Has Been Diagnosed with Bulimia Nervosa