The emotional quality of olfaction is evident in the distortion of this sense that occurs in some types of psychopathology. Describe one disorder that is associated with olfactory disturbances, and comment on how such disturbances might contribute to the behavior that characterizes the disorder.

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One example: People with anorexia nervosa show specific patterns of olfactory deficits, illustrating the complex relationships between olfaction and emotion. Gustation is a specific combination of taste and smell. This could add a layer of difficulty in encouraging someone to eat who is worried about weight when half of the quality of the food (smell) isn't as good as it could be.

Psychology

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