Which of the below is a psychological disorder of refusal to eat food, caused by under-nutrition?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Anorexia Nervosa.
The correct answer is Anorexia Nervosa. It is a psychological eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a refusal to eat, leading to severe under-nutrition. Individuals with anorexia often have a distorted body image and see themselves as overweight, even when they are dangerously thin. This condition differs from Kwashiorkor and Marasmus, which are nutritional deficiencies, and Bulimia Nervosa, which involves binge eating followed by purging. Anorexia requires psychological and medical intervention for recovery.