In Her Mid-Thirties, Cheryl Became Preoccupied with Her Weight and Began

In her mid-thirties, Cheryl became preoccupied with her weight and began dieting and exercising. After losing a substantial amount of weight, she was still not happy with how she looked and continued to restrict her food intake. After several fainting spells resulting from her low calorie intake, her employer referred her to a clinician who recognized the signs of anorexia nervosa. Which of the following is unique about Cheryl's case?

A) Eating disorders rarely start during the mid-thirties.
B) The likelihood of anorexia being so readily recognized and diagnosed is slim.
C) Few women suffer from anorexia exercise.
D) A diagnosis of anorexia is rarely made before the condition becomes life-threatening.

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