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An eating (and self image) disorder characterized by self-starvation is called, "Anorexia". A person who has anorexia is correctly said to be, "Anoretic', or more commonly, "Anorexic".

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Anorexia Nervosa.

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Q: What eating disorder involves self-starvation and a fear of gaining weight?
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