Eating disorders can be caused by depression, peer and family pressure, substance abuse, or a family history of weight problems. which eating disorder is characterized by the following: an irrational fear of becoming overweight and engaging in extreme dieting, even starvation, to lose weight select one of the options below as your
a. bulimia
b. binge eating
c. anorexia nervosa

The correct answer to the question is:

c. anorexia nervosa

The symptoms stated above are evident in people who are anorexic. They tend to suffer from factors such as depression, peer and family pressure, substance abuse, or a family history of weight problems.

(a) is not correct because one does not get increased cholesterol  from lifting weights.(b) is not correct because lifting weights cannot reduce the risk of a hereditary disease.(c) is not correct because back pain isn't a benefit! and plus, if he lifts weights properly, he should not have back pain.(d) is the correct answer because his ligaments will gain mass, making it easier for him to carry heavier weights and he will also be stronger!