What disorder is a severe form of self-starvation that can lead to death?
a. Bulimia nervosa
b. Anorexia nervosa
c. Teenage nervosa
d. Obesity nervosa
ANS: B
Anorexia nervosa is a severe form of self-starvation that can lead to death.
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