Which of the following is a common characteristic of Anorexia Nervosa?

Anorexia Nervosa is primarily characterized by an intense and irrational fear of gaining weight, which drives individuals to restrict their food intake severely. This fear is often disproportionate to their actual body weight or appearance, leading to excessive dieting, significant weight loss, and a distorted body image. The relentless pursuit of thinness and the belief that they are overweight, even when underweight, are central to the disorder.

This understanding helps distinguish Anorexia Nervosa from behaviors associated with other eating disorders. For example, while compulsive overeating and binge eating with compensation relate to other eating disorders like Binge Eating Disorder or Bulimia Nervosa, they do not reflect the primary characteristics of Anorexia Nervosa. Additionally, an interest in sensory characteristics of food is not typical of Anorexia, as individuals with this disorder often lose interest in food altogether due to their fixation on weight and body image.