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Who is more likely to become anorexic?
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Women by far.: Sexual, emotional and physical abuse are the most significant reasons for anorexia. These kinds of trauma happen at least ten times more often to women than men, putting them at greater risk for anorexia.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Anorexic: Teenage females with low self esteem and poor self image who thrive for perfection.
Answered 5/6/2016
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