Question 1

If a person says,"I must be perfect in every way.I'll be a better person if I deprive myself of food," that person is engaging in:

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests that the person has an all-or-nothing mentality and sets unrealistic standards for themselves. This type of thinking is known as distorted thinking, where one's thoughts are not balanced and accurate reflections of reality. The idea that depriving oneself of food will make them a better person also suggests a potential issue with disordered eating.

Question 2

If a person had bulimia nervosa and engaged in frequent binges,about how many of his or her binges per week would a friend of this person expect to witness?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with bulimia nervosa are often secretive about their bingeing and purging behaviors, and may go to great lengths to conceal these behaviors from others. Therefore, it is unlikely that a friend would witness any binges.

Question 3

Which characteristic is very common in individuals with anorexia nervosa but is significantly less common in those who have bulimia nervosa or binge eating?

Accepted Answer

Loss of menstrual periods (amenorrhea) is a characteristic more commonly associated with anorexia nervosa due to extreme weight loss and malnutrition, whereas it is less common in bulimia nervosa or binge eating disorder.

Question 4

Studies have reported that adolescent girls who spend increased time on Facebook are more likely to have a negative body image and to display signs of eating disorders.Which aspect of Facebook MOST likely accounts for this association?

Accepted Answer

Facebook is an image-driven platform, which can lead to increased exposure to idealized images and comparisons, potentially affecting body image and contributing to eating disorders.

Question 5

What is a known effect of GLP-1?

Accepted Answer

GLP-1 suppresses appetite by signaling to the brain that the body is full and should stop eating. This effect can lead to weight loss and improved glucose control in individuals with type 2 diabetes.

Question 6

Someone who fasts or exercises strenuously following a binge is engaging in:

Accepted Answer

Someone who fasts or exercises strenuously following a binge is engaging in compensatory behaviors, which are often seen in individuals with eating disorders such as bulimia nervosa. These behaviors are used by the individual to "make up" for the binge and can lead to a dangerous cycle of restriction and bingeing.

Question 7

Relapses of people with bulimia are MOST likely to occur following:

Accepted Answer

Life stresses, such as relationship or work problems, can trigger relapses for individuals with bulimia.

Question 8

People who are overweight and regularly binge eat without compensatory behaviors are experiencing:

Accepted Answer

The description matches the criteria for binge-eating disorder which is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating without compensatory behaviors often leading to weight gain and obesity.

Question 9

Which statement is accurate?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that anorexic behavior can recur in about one-third of patients who have recovered, highlighting the chronic nature of the disorder.

Question 10

At lunch,Vincent,a patient in therapy,eats exactly 23 almonds,which he chews exactly 23 times each.This is a symptom of anorexia nervosa related to:

Accepted Answer

Vincent's behavior of eating a specific number of almonds and chewing them a specific number of times is indicative of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which often involves repetitive and ritualistic behaviors.

Question 11

Ophelia is a college-aged woman with a history of dieting.Over the past few months,she has drastically reduced how much food she consumes.She views her constant hunger pain as a positive sign that she is maintaining control over her eating.Even though her weight is now below average,Ophelia still views herself as overweight.As her health care provider,you suspect possible anorexia nervosa.Which other sign or symptoms would be present with anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with anorexia nervosa often have an intense fear of gaining weight or becoming overweight, despite being underweight.

Question 12

Which statement is TRUE regarding anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

Most individuals with anorexia nervosa can recover with appropriate treatment, but the condition can be fatal, primarily due to starvation or suicide, for those who do not recover.

Question 13

The rates of eating disorders among African American women are rising to levels approaching the rates for non-Hispanic white Americans.This is MOST likely due to:

Accepted Answer

Acculturation refers to the process of adopting the cultural practices and beliefs of a different group, and can lead to changes in attitudes and behaviors around food and body image. As African American women become more acculturated to mainstream American culture, they may be more likely to adopt the thin ideal and engage in disordered eating behaviors.

Question 14

Idrina,who is fifteen,has a negative perception of her body.She is most likely dissatisfied with her:

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

The levels of _____ are low in many people with depression as well as in those with eating disorders.

Accepted Answer

Serotonin levels are often found to be low in individuals with depression and eating disorders, as it plays a key role in mood regulation and appetite control.

Question 16

Which problem is common in anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

Amenorrhea, or the absence of menstrual periods, is a common problem in anorexia nervosa due to the body's decreased production of estrogen.

Question 17

A therapist who sat with a patient with bulimia while the patient ate appropriate quantities of "forbidden" foods,and then stayed until the patient no longer had the urge to purge,would be practicing:

Accepted Answer

Exposure and response prevention is a technique used in cognitive-behavioral therapy where the patient is exposed to a feared situation (eating "forbidden" foods) and is prevented from engaging in the compulsive response (purging).

Question 18

A person who has anorexia nervosa has dry,rough,cracked skin and may develop lanugo.Why would you not expect to see these symptoms in someone with binge-eating disorder?

Accepted Answer

Dry, rough, cracked skin and development of lanugo are symptoms that result from nutritional deficiencies caused by starvation. Someone with binge-eating disorder is unlikely to experience these symptoms as they do not typically engage in starvation behaviors.

Question 19

Research on the aftermath of anorexia nervosa shows that:

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Many teenagers go on occasional eating binges.Which statement is TRUE about this behavior?

Accepted Answer

Most people who engage in occasional eating binges do not have bulimia. Bulimia involves repeated bingeing and purging behaviors, whereas occasional eating binges do not necessarily involve purging. While occasional overeating can lead to weight gain and other health problems, it does not inevitably lead to bulimia or excessive exercise.

Quiz 9: Eating Disorders