Nora is 12 years old and experiencing puberty. In the last year, she has gained several pounds and a more curvaceous figure. Nora feels negative about her changing body type, especially when seeing thin models in magazines or on television. Nora is at risk of ______.
A. becoming obese
B. developing an eating disorder
C. becoming an alcoholic
D. developing a drug addiction
Answer: B
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