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What is the percentage of Anorexia nervosa?

A
2%
B
1%
C
0.50%
D
3%
High-Yield Explanation
(B) 1% # Anorexia Nervosa:> Epidemiology: Among women, the lifetime prevalence of the full syndrome of AN is approximately 1%.> AN is much less common in males.> AN is more prevalent in cultures where food is plentiful and in which being thin is associated with attractiveness.> Individuals who pursue interests that place a premium on thinness, such as ballet and modeling, are at greater risk.> The incidence of AN has increased in recent decades.> Bulimia Nervosa: It occurs 1-3% (more common)

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