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Is it possible to develop an eating disorder without mentally thinking i'm overweight?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Possibly: A person might have an eating disorder not otherwise specified (binge eating disorder) and not be concerned about their body size.

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 7/10/2015

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