inder gives an interpretation similar to this: Anorexia is an all-encompassing
             pursuit of thinness, occurring most often in adolescents and young adult
             woman. This is accomplished by avoidance of eating by any means possible.
             The person affected by Anorexia has an absolutely terrifying fear of becoming
             obese. In short, "food becomes the enemy;" one researcher described
             Anorexia as "weight phobia." (noah.cuny.edu/wellconn/eatdisorders.html)
             Some experts believe that a fear of growing up is the root of the problem.
             Other experts see the disorder as a subconscious rebellion against parents
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