The eating of non - nutritive substances is the definition of which eating disorder?
Correct answer: B. Pica
- A. Bulimia
- B. Pica
- C. Anorexia
- D. Obesity
Explanation
Pica involves repeatedly eating substances with little or no nutritional value, such as dirt, chalk, or paper. Bulimia involves binge eating followed by compensatory behaviour, while anorexia involves severe restriction and low body weight.
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