As a serious dancer, Jacinda watches what she eats. She knows that she is underweight, but fears that if she starts eating more, she will become obese. In addition to a preoccupation with food, she has also stopped menstruating. Jacinda's behaviors suggest that she might be suffering from __________.
A. bulimia nervosa
B. compulsive exercise
C. anorexia nervosa
D. phobic disorder
Answer: C
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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