Harriet has anorexia nervosa. Her parents and friends tell her repeatedly that she is "the thinnest person they know." Given her disorder, how is she likely to react to these comments?

A. She will feel more positive about her body.
B. She will stop restricting her food intake.
C. She will continue to view herself differently.
D. She will feel guilty and engage in binge eating.


Answer: C

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