Which condition is not typically associated with anorexia nervosa?

Anorexia nervosa is primarily characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, significant weight loss, and a distorted body image, which leads to unhealthy eating behaviors. Conditions such as food aversions, distorted body image, and constant concern about weight status are all common manifestations or consequences of anorexia nervosa.

Food aversions can develop as individuals restrict their intake or become overly preoccupied with certain foods. A distorted body image is a hallmark of the disorder, as those with anorexia often view themselves as overweight despite being underweight or malnourished. Constant concern about weight status is inherent to the condition, driving behaviors that perpetuate weight loss and restrict food intake.

In contrast, schizophrenia is a chronic mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves and is characterized by symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. While individuals with any mental health condition can occasionally struggle with eating disorders, schizophrenia is not typically associated with anorexia nervosa, as it does not encompass the specific behavioral patterns and preoccupations related to food and body image that define anorexia nervosa.