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During adolescence, females gain weight as part of the normal developmental process. Typically, anorexia nervosa begins when an adolescent or young woman decides to diet. As weight falls, the intensity and obsession with dieting increases. The incidence of this disorder has increased during the last 50 years due to increased societal concerns regarding body shape, weight, and appearance. (Richard Hutchings. Photo Researchers, Inc. Reproduced by permission.)

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