Which of the following behaviors is typical of someone who has disordered eating but not an eating disorder?
A)Skipping breakfast when late for an exam
B)Binge eating daily for two months
C)Frequently making oneself vomit after meals
D)Regularly using laxatives lose to weight

Question

Which of the following behaviors is typical of someone who has disordered eating but not an eating disorder?
A)Skipping breakfast when late for an exam
B)Binge eating daily for two months 
C)Frequently making oneself vomit after meals
D)Regularly using laxatives lose to weight

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Skipping a meal due to a time constraint or inconvenience is not necessarily an indication of disordered eating, but rather a pragmatic decision. Choices B, C, and D are all behaviors associated with eating disorders and are more severe than disordered eating. Binge eating, purging, and using laxatives are serious indications that someone is struggling with an eating disorder.

Which of the Following Behaviors Is Typical of Someone Who